Released on August 18, 2008, Solange Knowles' second album forever changed the way that the world will view Beyonce's little sister. First off, I have to commend her for taking the initiative and getting signed to a new label as well as for creating music that she seems to truly enjoyed making. Now, for the album.The album was preceded by the singles "I Decided" (Pt. 1 & 2) and "Sandcastle Disco" produced by the Neptunes and Soulshock, respectively. Notably "Sandcastle..." and album track "T.O.N.Y." are absolutely breathtaking. Both co-written by Solange and Cee-Lo, the simplicity of Solange's vocals and the live instruments make for a mesmerizing listen.
Tracks like "6 O' Clock Blues" (another Soulshock production) and "Ode To Marvin" allow Solange to showcase a true 60s/70s disco-soul feel without sounding cliche. In fact, on tracks like the aforementioned "T.O.N.Y.", Solange sounds fresher than many of her past contemporaries in the genre.
"Sol-Angel & The Hadley Street Dreams" is an album for the future and I hope that it gets the recognition that it deserves. Definite kudos go to anyone, who like Solange, is willing to step out of their comfort zone and try something different. Especially, when they can pull it off like Ms. Knowles.
1. God Given Name
2. T.O.N.Y.
3. Dancing In The Dark
4. Would've Been The One
5. Sandcastle Disco
6. I Decided (Pt. 1)
7. Valentines Day
8. 6 O' Clock Blues
9. Ode to Marvin
10. I Told Yo So
11. Cosmic Journey
12. This Burd
13. I Decided (Pt. 2)
Top 3 Tracks
T.O.N.Y. ~ Sandcastle Disco ~ Would've Been The One
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