Angie Stone - The Art of Love and War

Helping You Get Through that thing called Love

I have always loved Angie Stone, but when I heard "Sometimes" it was like the words just hit my emotions like, if you aint sang'ing the truth girl! If anyone is trying to get over, move on, or just want to celebrate the highs and lows of love this CD is so on point for each and every emotion you could possibly be having. Great Job Ms. Stone! May 4, 2008

good growth.

Where to begin? I will say this is the first album from angie that I actually have on disc(I know where the hell have I been) but I've heard her in the past and while I wouldnt call her a lost act from the 70s, she does seem to have show some growth this time around. The so called "neo-soul" genre is quickly becoming generic. However, angie shows a balance of different production(using more live instruments) and her lyrics have matured. I guess she used that hiatus that she took wisely. The album as a whole is about the good and bad of love and life.

Now to talk about the tracks.

Track one was a good intro track that kind of gives us an idea how she has grown mentally.

I never cared for track 2. However, I do like that she used Betty Wright in the song. But it's just the chorus has been used countless times before.


She has a few tracks that talk about arguing("here we go again", "make it last")

My people is a song dedicated to the greats in the African-American race. Even going as far as to name possibly every black minister and activist for past and present. And yes, this at the end of the song included Bill Clinton.

Pop pop and sit down get much play in my car when I'm driving from work.

In my opinion, happy being me was the best on the lp. The production is just right and the lyrics are from her experience.

If you are an angie stone fan, give the CD a shot.

82% B April 6, 2008

I love Angie, but...

This is a good cd, but there's no originality. Some of the songs sound alike, making it hard to decipher what track you are listening to. Angie has a beautiful voice, but she needs to change it up a little. February 27, 2008

GREAT!!!

Another great one from a true songstress. I have nothing but love for this album. As usual, hot songs with positive, uplifting lyrics. February 25, 2008

Impressed

This is the first CD I've ever purchased by Angie Stone and I must say, I am indeed impressed.

I've always liked her music, but just never purchased anything and this is well worth it! My favs are Here we go Again, These are the Reasons, Sit down and Happy Being me.

A must have to any collection February 18, 2008

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