"All I Wanna Do Is Hold You," Surface
Apr 4, 2004 11:47:36 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2004 11:47:36 GMT -5
SURFACE
All I Wanna Do Is Hold You
Producer(s): Surface
Writer(s): B. Jackson, T. Benton
Publisher(s): Keep Your Music, Melodic Noise Publishing, ASCAP
Genre: R&B/HIP-HOP
Label/Catalog Number: Kristalyn KR-3619 (CD promo)
Source: Billboard Magazine
Originally Reviewed: April 10, 2004
This tender, no-frills ballad reintroduces Surface to the contemporary music scene. Originally from New Jersey, the trio of Bernard Jackson, David Townsend (son of Marvin Gaye producer Ed Townsend) and David Conley was an '80s R&B chart staple. Scoring a top five hit in 1987 with "Happy" (sampled on the Carl Thomas single "She Is"), the threesome later notched four No. 1s, including "Closer Than Friends" and "The First Time." This new single is reminiscent of those previous hits: A simple arrangement allows Surface to shine in the harmonizing department. But can history repeat itself nearly 20 years later? With its sweet harmonies, understated production and lack of a guest rapper, this track may be too old school for younger-skewing mainstream R&B radio. However, disenfranchised adults will receive a treat when they tune in their favorite adult R&B station.—GM
All I Wanna Do Is Hold You
Producer(s): Surface
Writer(s): B. Jackson, T. Benton
Publisher(s): Keep Your Music, Melodic Noise Publishing, ASCAP
Genre: R&B/HIP-HOP
Label/Catalog Number: Kristalyn KR-3619 (CD promo)
Source: Billboard Magazine
Originally Reviewed: April 10, 2004
This tender, no-frills ballad reintroduces Surface to the contemporary music scene. Originally from New Jersey, the trio of Bernard Jackson, David Townsend (son of Marvin Gaye producer Ed Townsend) and David Conley was an '80s R&B chart staple. Scoring a top five hit in 1987 with "Happy" (sampled on the Carl Thomas single "She Is"), the threesome later notched four No. 1s, including "Closer Than Friends" and "The First Time." This new single is reminiscent of those previous hits: A simple arrangement allows Surface to shine in the harmonizing department. But can history repeat itself nearly 20 years later? With its sweet harmonies, understated production and lack of a guest rapper, this track may be too old school for younger-skewing mainstream R&B radio. However, disenfranchised adults will receive a treat when they tune in their favorite adult R&B station.—GM