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London singer/songwriter Seal certainly made a name for himself with his eponymous debut despite the comparison to fellow London mate, the raspy soul Terence Trent D'Arby. But Seal is more relaxed, and his craftsmanship is delicate and well defined. Lyrical depictions are light, songwriting is personal, and production credits are most impressive. With star-studded work from both Trevor Horn (Tina Turner, the Art of Noise, Rod Stewart) and Trevor Rabin (Yes, John Miles), Seal is surely a critical hit. Becoming a mainstream radio mainstay for the summer of 1991, the single "Crazy" carried heavy notoriety for Seal and instantly made him a household name. His collaborative effort with Adamski for "Killer" was a massive club hit thanks to its Hi-NRG strength, but house elements are showcased other album tracks such as "The Beginning." Seal is not necessarily a dance innovator, but he makes for a select crossover artist with impeccable talent worthy of heavy acclamation and critical recognition. The general mood captured on his debut album is refreshing for the early-'90s mediocrity of post-hair metal and manufactured synth bands. His music was a major force throughout the decade and well into the new millennium. With Trevor Horn at his side, it's undeniable. Together they go for exactly what Seal is looking for: the beauty, desire, and simplicity in creating a new sound. Seal is the face and Horn is the face behind it all.
© MacKenzie Wilson /TiVo
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Trevor Horn, Producer - Guy Sigsworth, Writer - SEAL, Vocals, Writer, MainArtist - Steve MacMillan, Mixer - Ren Swan, Engineer - Steve Fitzmaurice, AssistantEngineer - Gregg Jackman, Engineer - ROBIN HANCOCK, Mixer, Engineer - Richard Lowe, AssistantEngineer - STEVE MACMILLIAN, Engineer - TONY PHILLIPS, Mixer, Engineer - Brian Malouf, Mixer - Tim Weidner, Mixer, Engineer
© 1991 ZTT Records Ltd. ℗ 1991 ZTT Records Ltd.
Trevor Horn, Producer - SEAL, Vocals, Writer, MainArtist - Steve MacMillan, Mixer - Ren Swan, Engineer - Steve Fitzmaurice, AssistantEngineer - Gregg Jackman, Engineer - ROBIN HANCOCK, Mixer, Engineer - Richard Lowe, AssistantEngineer - STEVE MACMILLIAN, Engineer - TONY PHILLIPS, Mixer, Engineer - Brian Malouf, Mixer - Tim Weidner, Mixer, Engineer
© 1991 ZTT Records Ltd. ℗ 1991 ZTT Records Ltd.
Trevor Horn, Producer - Guy Sigsworth, Writer - SEAL, Lead Vocals, Writer, MainArtist - Steve MacMillan, MixingEngineer - Ren Swan, Engineer - Steve Fitzmaurice, AssistantEngineer - Gregg Jackman, Audio Recording Engineer - ROBIN HANCOCK, Audio Recording Engineer, MixingEngineer - Richard Lowe, AssistantEngineer - STEVE MACMILLIAN, Audio Recording Engineer - TONY PHILLIPS, Engineer, MixingEngineer - Brian Malouf, MixingEngineer - Tim Weidner, Audio Recording Engineer, MixingEngineer
© 1991 ZTT Records Ltd. ℗ 1990, 1991 ZTT Records Ltd.
Trevor Horn, Producer - SEAL, Vocals, Writer, MainArtist - Steve MacMillan, Mixer - Ren Swan, Engineer - Steve Fitzmaurice, AssistantEngineer - Gregg Jackman, Engineer - ROBIN HANCOCK, Mixer, Engineer - Richard Lowe, AssistantEngineer - STEVE MACMILLIAN, Engineer - TONY PHILLIPS, Mixer, Engineer - Brian Malouf, Mixer - Tim Weidner, Mixer, Engineer - Adam Tinley, Writer
© 1991 ZTT Records Ltd. ℗ 1990, 1991 ZTT Records Ltd.
Trevor Horn, Producer - SEAL, Vocals, Writer, MainArtist - Steve MacMillan, Mixer - Ren Swan, Engineer - Steve Fitzmaurice, AssistantEngineer - Gregg Jackman, Engineer - ROBIN HANCOCK, Mixer, Engineer - Richard Lowe, AssistantEngineer - STEVE MACMILLIAN, Engineer - TONY PHILLIPS, Mixer, Engineer - Brian Malouf, Mixer - Tim Weidner, Mixer, Engineer
© 1991 ZTT Records Ltd. ℗ 1991 ZTT Records Ltd.
Trevor Horn, Producer - SEAL, Vocals, Writer, MainArtist - Steve MacMillan, Mixer - Ren Swan, Engineer - Steve Fitzmaurice, AssistantEngineer - Gregg Jackman, Engineer - ROBIN HANCOCK, Mixer, Engineer - Richard Lowe, AssistantEngineer - STEVE MACMILLIAN, Engineer - TONY PHILLIPS, Mixer, Engineer - Brian Malouf, Mixer - Tim Weidner, Mixer, Engineer
© 1991 ZTT Records Ltd. ℗ 1990, 1991 ZTT Records Ltd.
Trevor Horn, Producer - Guy Sigsworth, Writer - SEAL, Vocals, Writer, MainArtist - Steve MacMillan, Mixer - Ren Swan, Engineer - Steve Fitzmaurice, AssistantEngineer - Gregg Jackman, Engineer - ROBIN HANCOCK, Mixer, Engineer - Richard Lowe, AssistantEngineer - STEVE MACMILLIAN, Engineer - TONY PHILLIPS, Mixer, Engineer - Brian Malouf, Mixer - Tim Weidner, Mixer, Engineer
© 1991 ZTT Records Ltd. ℗ 1991 ZTT Records Ltd.
Trevor Horn, Producer - SEAL, Vocals, Writer, MainArtist - Steve MacMillan, Mixer - Ren Swan, Engineer - Steve Fitzmaurice, AssistantEngineer - Gregg Jackman, Engineer - ROBIN HANCOCK, Mixer, Engineer - Richard Lowe, AssistantEngineer - STEVE MACMILLIAN, Engineer - TONY PHILLIPS, Mixer, Engineer - Brian Malouf, Mixer - Tim Weidner, Mixer, Engineer
© 1991 ZTT Records Ltd. ℗ 1991 ZTT Records Ltd.
Trevor Horn, Producer - Guy Sigsworth, Writer - SEAL, Vocals, Writer, MainArtist - Steve MacMillan, Mixer - Ren Swan, Engineer - Steve Fitzmaurice, AssistantEngineer - ROBIN HANCOCK, Mixer, Engineer - Richard Lowe, AssistantEngineer - TONY PHILLIPS, Mixer - Brian Malouf, Mixer - Tim Weidner, Mixer, Engineer
© 1991 ZTT Records Ltd. ℗ 1991 ZTT Records Ltd.
Album review
London singer/songwriter Seal certainly made a name for himself with his eponymous debut despite the comparison to fellow London mate, the raspy soul Terence Trent D'Arby. But Seal is more relaxed, and his craftsmanship is delicate and well defined. Lyrical depictions are light, songwriting is personal, and production credits are most impressive. With star-studded work from both Trevor Horn (Tina Turner, the Art of Noise, Rod Stewart) and Trevor Rabin (Yes, John Miles), Seal is surely a critical hit. Becoming a mainstream radio mainstay for the summer of 1991, the single "Crazy" carried heavy notoriety for Seal and instantly made him a household name. His collaborative effort with Adamski for "Killer" was a massive club hit thanks to its Hi-NRG strength, but house elements are showcased other album tracks such as "The Beginning." Seal is not necessarily a dance innovator, but he makes for a select crossover artist with impeccable talent worthy of heavy acclamation and critical recognition. The general mood captured on his debut album is refreshing for the early-'90s mediocrity of post-hair metal and manufactured synth bands. His music was a major force throughout the decade and well into the new millennium. With Trevor Horn at his side, it's undeniable. Together they go for exactly what Seal is looking for: the beauty, desire, and simplicity in creating a new sound. Seal is the face and Horn is the face behind it all.
© MacKenzie Wilson /TiVo
About the album
- 1 disc(s) - 9 track(s)
- Total length: 00:52:05
- Main artists: Seal
- Label: Warner Records
- Genre: Pop/Rock Pop
© 1991 ZTT Records Ltd. ℗ 1991 ZTT Records Ltd.
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