New Sade Album

I respect all of the above opinions, however I believe the production mix was intended to come off as such and that it works IF one allows it to. Moreover, though I can well appreciate how some may perceive this work as "boring," if one is not necessarily looking to be stimulated/energized in the traditional sense of the words and instead is open to experience the exuberance to be found within the dark side, i.e., the quiet, brooding side of Sade, they will be well rewarded.

I am also a huge Sade fan. I cannot wait to hear her new album. I find her albums to be excellent sounding, and use her Best Of CD during component evaluation. I do understand the boring comment however. In my opinion, her first album is her best. Each successive album a little less special. My deepest hope is for this new piece to buck the trend.

I recently saw a 1/2 hour interview with Sade on one of the music shows. She said that it was her intention NOT to have the new album, "Lovers Rock", sound as detailed and pristine as her albums of the past. She wanted a more rough and textured feel to this one. She seems to have done just that.

Well I just got CD and Corn.F.B was right, this album is a bust. Flat one dimensional drum machine/program beats and bland overall sound. Nothing like the tight lively synchopated soulful beats of "diamond life". What a dissapointment, Sade herself even seems to be going through the motions, mailed it in. I have all previous albums and am a fan, but this is my last Album purchase .......any other opinions?

Diamond life was fresh and authentic. Lovers Rock is dumbed down for the masses. Very, very boring.