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 Will Downing & Gerald AlbrightPleasures of the Night Release Date: 1998 09 29 Running Time: 51:45 Label: Verve Rating:  |
Although saxophonist Gerald Albright gets co-billing on this CD and two of the ten selections are instrumentals, this is very much a Will Downing vocal set. The emphasis is on romantic ballads; in addition to some newer material, it includes some older songs like "The Nearness of You," the Beatles' "Michelle," "The Look of Love," and "We'll Be Together Again." Downing has long had a strong, warm, and deep voice, and this type of outing is perfect for him. The performances, although touched a little by jazz, are really a soulful blend of middle-of-the-road pop music. The co-leaders are joined by a variety of top rhythm section players, including pianists John Beasley, Bobby Lyle, Patrice Rushen, and Ronnie Foster. This CD serves as an excellent showcase for Will Downing's voice. Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
Tracks:
| Title | Composer | Time | |
| 1 | Pleasures of the Night | Downing, Albright | 5:36 |
| 2 | Nearness of You | Washington, Carmichael | 7:17 |
| 3 | Stop, Look, Listen (To Your Heart) | Bell, Creed | 3:42 |
| 4 | Michelle | McCartney, Lennon | 3:02 |
| 5 | Like a Lover | Bergman, Caymmi, Bergman, Caymmi | 4:43 |
| 6 | Look of Love | David, Bacharach | 5:22 |
| 7 | Here's That Rainy Day | Burke, VanHeusen, Van Heusen | 5:21 |
| 8 | Back to the Roots | Albright | 5:38 |
| 9 | We'll Be Together Again | Laine, Fischer | 7:01 |
| 10 | Girl Blue | Wonder, Wright | 4:03 |
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