Stellar is all I can say....
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Best sounding iems I've ever heard. Almost everything sounds better through these vs everything else I've ever heard. I say almost because they are not very forgiving of poorly mastered / poorly recorded music. You'll hear everything; good or bad. Listening to good FLAC files out of my Pioneer XDP 100 through these iems has been a game changer for me.
4449161
I liked Digable Planets because i like good music, and artistic music as well, and that is why i love this cd.  I always thought Butterfly had cool concepts and was a brilliant musicain, and after hearing this cd, i rest my case.  I would even say that this music is even more artistic and thought out now.  If you are looking for a hip hop cd don't get this cd, BUT... if you like hip hop (real hip hop) because you like good music pick this up now, you won't regret it, if you have good musical taste.
You can actually still hear the hip hop comming through in the way he delivers most of the lyrics, but the beats are definately not your average hip hop beat, and luckily they are not R&B beats either, this music is in its own class, and i hope that it inspires other musicians to contribute to this new genre.  This genre has the potential to create a whole new culture and have huge influence.  Ishmael if you ever read this review, rest assure that this is stellar music and i always listen to "Girlology" before i go to the clubs.  I also wouldn't mind seeing DPs back together for a third album, or a more classic hip hop album from Butterfly.
1248763
I told everyone about it. Now it seems to finally be catching on. That's terrific. It is an absolutely perfect glam/pop/retro song cycle. Imagine big star crossed with mott the hoople, etc. Excellent songcraft. Enjoy.
4066276
I wonder how it is possible to write beautiful songs like  "butterfly", "I can only disappoint u", "comes as  no surprise" or "fool".
I wonder how it is possible to be  so melodious, instrumentally so gorgeous and generous without becoming  pompous...
Considering these facts, I really wonder how could someone  give only one star to this little masterpiece. This will remain a total  mistery but shall not prevent you from buying a record which will certainly  provide you with hours of discontinuous pleasure.
4134862
This CD was off the chain!  The musicianship is stellar and the production awesome.  Each song says something beautiful!
4699860
So far every order I've had from SN has been top notch, as good as or even better than certain independent online retailers  (only waaaay cheaper). The one star ratings that I'm starting to see are kinda worrisome though. Not all good things last (cough cough FTL cough cough), but I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
2229302
see the stars?  yes you do.  nuff said
It says I need more words. ok, superlatively well written series here.
4254556
AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING!!!  That's all I have to say!
872361
I picked this cd up thinking that it was going to be like some of their old stuff..I was wrong, but it didn't bother me. Songs like "Stellar" and "I Miss You" have a sort of beauty that  isn't generally heard of in todays music, especially in this genre. And yet  in songs like "Pardon Me" and "Make Yourself" have the  energy that anyone can respect. The entire album is polished and is filled  with beauty
1044419
...i have hated every other album I have bought at Starbuck's, particularly the one's where stellar artists recommended their favorite artists; this one makes all those awful albums i bought worth it!  For me, this is just IT!
2270452
I have had this CD in my player since it hit the shelves; actually had a preview copy in '04, but all the songs weren't on it.  To see him perform live is a pleasure--very intimate, romantic, and spiritual. Being from the DC/MD area, it is so hard to get on in the business, but I am glad that Raheem is finally out there, showing his grown and sexy style, with not a lot of fanfare, but none the less a great talent that hopefully won't fall by the wayside of  the Usher/Omarion/Ginuwine (where is he- another MD talent) genre.  This CD is truly an experience--in love, true relations, lust, intimacy, and self worth.  I love "Until"--you really have to listen to what brother is preachin, but thisis one of the few cd's I can actually groove to from track 1 all the way through to the end. There are few CD's out there that I am actually glad I purchased, but, I can rate this right up there with Lyfe's 268-192, Mint Condition's "Livin The Luxury Brown", Martin Luther's "Soul Rebel Music", and all 3 CD's by Anthony Hamilton--

I am so serious about my music, I left work to get this CD--it is well worth it..*as I put in the CD player on my desk*.

"Guess who loves you more
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I think those three words sum it up pretty well. I found it difficult to believe that this was Staple's only album. The first time I heard this band was on the radio and I immediately had to hear more. This is one of those bands that debuts with such an impressive first album that you start looking around for their earlier work because you swear they couldn't be a new band. The music is both skillfully composed and played. Everything from the cover-art to the lyrics is boldly artistic. And the entire album as a whole is very professionally crafted. Five stars all the way; I haven't run across a band this impressive since Project86.
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I am an avid Kimbra fan, and will give her huge kudo's for stepping outside of what I'm sure her manager's wanted her to do, which is write songs that are more poppy, current and showcase her natural voice without the over dubbing and analog robot effects...but the truth is this album just has very little musical highlights. It's very much background music. I've really tried to stomach listening to this album about a dozen times or so hoping the songs would grow on me, but it's difficult. The best I could justify is that it's cool background music when you're driving and really helps you zone out to a cool, groovy, happy place. But other than that, the other songs are just not AMAZING like they were on Vows. I get what she's doing...but PLEASE Kimbra, come back to earth and be a little more mainstream because the hooks on this album were very mediocre.

Goldmine is by far, the best track on this album! In my opinion this track alone is worth me paying for the entire album. I've played this song on repeat a zillion times! The lyrics are phenomenal and the hook takes you to fun 90's hip hop nostalgia. Truly if it wasn't for this song, I'd give her one star : (  I'm a musician, and I'd recommend to anyone reading these reviews to listen to this song. If you love it, then chances are you might have the same taste in music I do and not particularly like the rest of the album. The entire album is available via stream on your favorite video streaming website, so check them out! This was an impulse buy for me when I was in a store and I kind of regret it. I would've rather have just listened to the album, realize I didn't like it and just bought the single for Goldmine.

Other low-lights were:
obviously the leaked track "90's music" Very nostalgic feel and did have a nice hook unlike the other material. The only problem was since it was leaked, and was the only teaser for us to listen to for a while, it stuck in my head from before and I didn't really have the desire to not skip over it while listening to the entire album, hoping to find something else I'd remotely like.

Carolina was kinda cool. Nice cool groove, but it is very processed....which I don't mind, but I see a lot of people are complaining about.

As you are and Rescue Him were somewhat...faintly memorable...I think????

Again, I hate to be harsh, but I was motivated enough to leave an "okay" review just because I hope others that agree with my taste in music, might not make the same mistake.

I will say that her lyrics are phenomenal! They have definitely got better...but the entire musical package isn't that good.

I hope some of you found this helpful : )
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I usually don`t take the time to review something for a site like this, as many others usually do a good job........but I have to write about this masterpiece........

Nowhere else today can you find music being made with this much devotion & realness, I could go on with track by track analysis, but there is no need here.......if your`re borderline on buying this cd....do not hesitate.
4471296
. . . but it looks great.  Plus a friend of mine owns this CD and raves.  I will buy it and give my thoughts.
360693
It's a nice case. The looks are stellar! It's a fairly recent purchase, I cannot comment on the durability or protection level just yet.
653301
I am a fan of Amazon. I use them for everything: food, clothing, to heavy equipment. I don't have a lot of time to write custom reviews, however I believe the review system is a big part of what Amazon offers. So, Ill rate products from using the star system. This item is a 5 Starr, A+ product.