New Music: Noel Gourdin - "The River"
Wednesday March 26, 2008
When it comes to cities known for their old-school Soul music, there are a few around the U.S that come to mind - Memphis and Detroit, for sure. Maybe Philadelphia. Possibly New Orleans. But Brockton, Massachusetts? No, not hardly. But Brockton is about to get some shine - or to be more accurate, one of Brockton's most talented native sons is about to get some shine. If you don't know Noel Gourdin and you're a Soul music fan, get to know him: dude is the truth. Noel, 24, grew up singing in church, writing his own songs and spending summers with his grandparents in Mississippi. Now, fast forward to today: Noel is signed to Sony Urban/Epic Records and is set to drop his debut album sometime during the summer of 2008. The first single is the soulful, spiritual track "River," which has already become one of your R&B Guide's favorite songs of the year. You can listen to it for yourself by clicking on a link below.
Noel Gourdin - "The River" audio streams:
Cover © Sony Urban/Epic Records.
Comments
I’m so ecstatic you have finally mentioned something about this guy!!You’re right,he is the truth.I heard “River”about 2 months ago on satellite radio and immediately downloaded it.Can’t wait till the album drops.I also found another song by him while looking for “River” called “One Love”.Check it out.
I just listened to “One Love” on Noel’s MySpace. It’s tight, but that song “You’re The One” is the jam of jams.
yes one love is the sh*t. when is he due to drop?
Yes, I heard it for the first time on Sirius Satellite yesterday morning. I came home and played it yesterday about five times in a row! I love the song! He’s very deep!
Sorry Vici, but the site’s moderation software doesn’t allow profanity, so I had to edit that s-word comment. S’all good, though. Anyway, Epic Records hasn’t given a release date (or even a name) for Noel’s album, yet. All they’re saying is that it’s coming out in “Summer ‘08.”
lol i was wondering why my comment didnt register
I can really relate to this sound “spiritual” and “soulful”. Looking forward to adding his music to my collection.
The song is a wonderful spiritual filled song. The River indicates that the soul has been washed and the person has revealed a new life. I will add this song to my song collection and drop it to my friends.
River This song really took me back, You see I’m from the old school and this song tells it all
When is the dam cd coming out???
This dude is the TRUTH. I have not been moved by lyrics like this in a very long time. I can not wait til his album drops. this is the music of our soul
yeah…Noel has some GREAT songs on the album, hope everyone goes and supports it..not just download it..
And show the music industry that we “DONT” want to hear the same 18 year old singers…we want soul music,….and we’ll pay for it!!!
Noel Gourdin’s album is finally here and you know I got it!!! I hope everyone goes out and gets his album you will not be disappointed!!!
Yes, indeed!! I first heard this song at the end of the movie “Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins” and I can’t get it out of my head!! To be so young with such a soulful voice is incredible. This young man has a very bright and promising career!! And to be singing about a spiritual theme, only adds to the beauty of the song. In a time when it seems all the “music” is about making money, big booties and selling drugs, this is totally refreshing!!
Young Man, keep up the good work!
Where can I get the song “You’re the One” that plays on XM and is listed as being on “The River” cd?