Description
James Ralph Bailey's Just Me 'N' You is a decades - long sought - after soul masterpiece. Originally released in 1974 by MAM Records, it's a breathtaking jazzy soul album. Conceived as a concept album, it's a sophisticated love paean. Similar in style to Marvin Gaye's What's Going On in performance, orchestration, and chord progressions, but focused on love. Fans of Marvin, Leon Ware, Donny Hathaway, Leroy Hutson, and Willie Hutch will adore this underrated gem. The album was originally produced on a basic home tape machine, then enhanced with strings, rhythmic overdubs, and various instruments. Beautiful string and jazzy horn arrangements, with rhythm guitars and bouncy bass as the groove base, congas adding a Latin touch, and vibraphone and harmonica adding color. JR's voice, reminiscent of Hathaway and Marvin, has a raw pain and longing. The tender, smooth tunes flow seamlessly into a single artistic statement. Standout tracks include the soaring title track, 'After Hours', 'Heaven On Earth', Bailey's original 'Love Love Love', and 'All Strung Out Over You'. Mastered by Simon Francis, cut by Pete Norman, and pressed at Record Industry, this Be With edition sounds brilliant. It's a perfect celebration of love, a must - have for soul music lovers.
To enjoy Just Me 'N' You, simply play it on your favorite music player. You can listen to it at home, in your car, or while relaxing outdoors. It's great for romantic evenings or when you just want to unwind. There aren't many special instructions for this album. Just make sure your music player is in good working condition. As for maintenance, if you have a physical copy like a vinyl or CD, keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent damage. Clean your vinyl gently with a proper record brush before playing to get the best sound quality. Enjoy this beautiful soul album to the fullest!
