Album Review: Ryan Leslie - Transition
Wednesday November 4, 2009
If you didn't know by now, music producer Ryan Leslie's serious about a singing career. Unlike many of the other producers who have crossed over to become performers (Diddy, Sean Garrett and others come to mind), R-Les actually has the chops to make people forget that he started out helping create hits for others. His sophomore album, Transition, which was released in the U.S. on Nov. 3, 2009, is his second album this year; his self-titled debut came out back in February. And the two albums have the same strengths and weaknesses: the music production is hot of course, but Ryan suffers from a lack of star power and charisma. For more, check out the full review of Ryan Leslie's Transition.
Comments
Agreed. Artistically solid but no real standouts.
the self titled album was way better
I’m glad you mentioned the fact that he still needs to develop his vocal skills. I really can’t stand to listen to his voice, and feel his vocal range is very limited. His production is great though.
I love this album like I love the first one. He is all of that in my book…and no, it’s not based on his looks. Lol!!!
i hadnt really heard of ryan leslie until a couple of weeks ago when i came across his first album, i was impressed, so impressed i had to get his second album right away. the beats are sick and his vocals are there. i would say he’s sort of a mix between dwele and john legend.