It was 1996 when Donnell Jones came on the scene and his velvet voice was refreshing to the airwaves. A Chicago native Jones debut 'My Heart' CD was pure genius. It had all the elements that the market place was looking for, he could sing, write and produce. In my opinion his debut was the male version to 'The Misseducation of Lauryn Hill; yes that good!! Packed with timeless love songs and uptempo soul jams. Radio failed to catch on, which was a travesty. Easily filled with five or six singles, but somehow was overlooked. Working with producer Eddie F. It was a solid match. The first single 'Playas In a The Hood' had enough street appeal, but tanked at radio. Songs such as 'Dont Cry', ' My Heart', 'Waiting On You' and the Stevie Wonder remake of 'Knocks Me Off My Feet' were all worthy of being singles. Almost twenty years later it's still in my rotation, and the music is 'still' relevant. Jones eventually had success with his second and third CD's then got lost in the shuffle. He continues to release new music and make spot date appearances, but major success has eluded him.
Good stuff Kev. Love me some Donell Jones!!
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