Third Day I Need A Miracle

eriks gospel music

Soul

Come To The Well

Jesus, Friend Of Sinners

If you've listened to Top 40 radio or flipped through the video channels during the past few years, odds are pretty good you know something about John Legend. He played piano on Lauryn Hill's "Everything Is Everything" and might as well be considered Kanye West's sidekick, having assisted the producer and MC on several sessions — Jay-Z's "Encore" and Slum Village's "Selfish" being two of the more prominent 2004 singles featuring his work. A former choir director, he has also released a handful of energetic live discs, some of which are credited to his less hubristic birth name, John Stephens. And though he claims "I've got something new," you've also heard substantial chunks of Get Lifted in records made decades ago by Sly & the Family Stone, Curtis Mayfield, Quincy Jones, and Bill Withers. This might not be a problem for listeners who crave anything that recalls the music they first heard in their youth, but Legend's over-reliance upon his inspirations is an impediment as much as a slick way to grab attention. That's because he has more than enough talent and charm to get by on his own. His own lyrics and hooks are unique and clever enough to get the point across that he's no everyday R&B artist and, just as importantly, he has a personable and instantly fetching voice you could listen to all day long. However, the association with West — whose Sony-distributed boutique label released the record — is very helpful. Without it, Legend would likely be zoned into neo-soul (2003's Live at SOB's New York City really makes this notion apparent), thereby standing little chance of reaching the ears of anyone younger than 30. The production work supporting his songs strikes a fine balance between soul and hip-hop, allowing him to appeal to those who are coming from either angle. This is a very good record. It's a given that Legend is destined to make at least two others that top it. 

Prelude

Ordinary People

I sample 70s soul all the time, I gotta feed my spirit! Gospel track with my favorite singer of all time. Visual coming soon www.youtube.com/liltimme1

He 1st (loved me) featuring Rev. James Moore

Standing In The Need Of A Blessing

Wanda Nero Butler Hold On

The new album from Third Day.  Available 11.06.12

I Need A Miracle

I Need a Miracle

Forever Yours

Pure Sine will probably be your most used utilized plugin that you will use. Although the concept is simple, the capabilities are endless when it comes to a sine wave, as it is the foundation for all sounds. From that classic sine pad that you hear an a plethora of R&B to that silky urban lead sound. Let's not forget that the sine wave is the cornerstone for every single synth bass sound, kick drum, and especially that classic tuned 808 sound. 

When we first set out to make this plugin, we initially were very interested in creating that classic lead and pad sound that we have been asked to produce for years. But after creating the plugin and interface, we have found that the synthesis possibilities are endless. Furthermore we have consolidated the interface such that the most important features needed are right in front of you. We didn't want to blog you down with a ton of complex synthesis options that you would barely use. The faster you get going producing music, the happier you will be. 

Our plugin works with UVI Free player. This is a new player that is up and coming and has a ton of synthesis features that Kontakt does not have. For example, the sine wave is produced by synthesis, not samples, so this makes this a synthesizer, and not just a sample library. The most imporatant feature that sets the UVI engine apart is the "Swag Glide!" This is that classic portamento-legato-glide feature that you hear on albums, but is hard to achieve. Whereas with Kontakt you will have to try to script a glide mode, this intricate and important feature is built right into the UVI engine. 

Full sine Stack!!!

The very first song I ever wrote and recorded...

Although my earthly father wasn't able to be all that I needed him to be, even after his passing I was never fatherless. I miss my dad deeply but God has ALWAYS been there and had someone standing in the gap to lead, guide and protect me. I am grateful!! That's what this song is about.

Enjoy!

R.A-

Daddy

Chaka Khan-It's Not Over Radio Remix-Urban Pop

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The Beginning...

The Beginning

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'SongVersation' - the album, in stores June 25th on SoulBird/Motown Records

Cocoa Butter

Cocoa Butter (Album Version)

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Daddy

Rasul A-Salaam