Pete Belasco - Lights On (2012)

..Soul Tracks-If Curtis Mayfield ever had a chance to record a full-length album for Playboy Jazz After Dark, Pete Belasco s Lights On would be the eventual culmination ..Smooth Jazz Therapy-For those not familiar with the music of Pete Belasco, the album Lights On is sure to be a revelation ..Dusty Groove-A jazzy soul stunner Pete Belasco the singer, producer and sole performer on his completely great third album possibly the best we've heard from him to date --Soul Tracks- Smooth Jazz Therapy-Dust Groove

..Soul Express-It s an unbelievable decade on from the superb Deeper album and this has been well worth the wait. That CD always recalls a happy, hot summer and as I play this new set the temperatures here in the UK are simply soaring...thanks, Pete!!!!! The music on here is simply delicious and not a million miles away from his last album...the Marvin Gaye / Curtis Mayfield mellow vibe is right on the money and the atmosphere is chilled, sexy and very mellow indeed. Pete Belasco has an intimate style...I d say that his vocal style is tender, close and on every song I can imagine him cosying up to his Lady and whispering these words to her...heartfelt, synesthesic and as caressing as the smoothest of silks. Chill Out Jazz- This unapologetic, unabashed sexy new CD is well worth the 7 year wait. While listening to the 12 new tracks and the 2 bonus songs, you'll find yourself as sexy as the music.Lights On just takes you there. After talking to Pete, he quoted, ; Tim, on my new cd, you're gonna have to go deep on this one. And Deep I did...You start with track 1, I Ain't Doin' It, and before you know it, I had the wine and candles going. I promise, you will not be disappointed with this masterpiece. It's definitely a must download to the car and iPod! --Soul Express-Chill out Jazz

..Soul Bounce-Curtis Mayfield, Marvin Gaye, Kem, Robin Thicke. Most vocalists would kill to be mentioned in the same breath with these legends and new legends. If I add the name Pete Belasco to that list, however, your response is likely to be.. who? When I first heard Belasco's voice, I thought I was hearing an unreleased Marvin Gaye track I was unaware of. While not a household name like, Maxwell or Eric Benét, Belasco may well give them a run for their money as one of the sultriest, sexiest, soul singers out there today. ..Bama Loves Soul-Need something jazzy yet soulful to listen to that s perfect for all moods and settings? Pete Belasco s first release after a 7 year hiatus, Lights On is just the thing for you. In today s era of altered voices, his smooth falsetto channels Smokey, Marvin, Curtis and El Debarge with a retro feel that s missed and surely welcomed. The production is choice and I did not skip one track which is very, very rare for me. This is perfect for tomorrow s afternoon drive, Sunday dinner and really anytime --Soulbounce- Bama loves Soul