The Reviews Are In: Selectors Approve Ambelique’s Latest Album ‘Blind Spot’
Ambelique, a distinguished recording artist from Jamaica, is renowned for his effortless vocal stylings. His trademark sound gave us classic singles such as “One Last Cry,” “New Sheriff in Town” and “Make It With You.” These songs and more have made the artist a mainstay in the Lover’s Rock genre.
Collaborating with renowned reggae producer Willie Lindo, the duo created a captivating album entitled ‘Blind Spot.’
The 14-track collection, free of collaborative features, was released on streaming platforms on Friday, November 15, 2024. Now that the album has had some time to settle, top industry selectors have weighed in on the album. Below are a handful of reviews curated by Maria Jackson:
DJ Lady Loy remarked, “I have listened to the album, and it depicts Ambelique at his best. A nice cross section of topics and range of dialect.”
DJ Smally The Golden Touch commented, “Yes!
True Ambeilique style. A bit of everything I love the versatility, from Gospel to Conscious to Lovers Rock and more. This album is loaded with hits. I’m a fan of his style for a long time, so I give it a 2 thumbs up!”
Gen’ral Irie observed, “Ambelique’s Blind Spot features a good mix of songs with different beats and themes, all punctuated by Ambelique’s clear vocals. Fan’s of Dennis Brown, Beres Hammond, Glen Washington and Ken Boothe will certainly find tracks to please them, as the album delivers in a similar style to what we have to come to expect from those afore mentioned legends.
There is the country & western influenced lovers rock of I Knew I Wouldn’t Find and the uptempo He Said, She Said, Some tracks invoke memories of tracks from the 70’s – I’m on the Outside, 80’s – the atmospheric Why Baby Why and the bubbler’s track for those in the 9-5 struggle Wash Over Gold Watch, and 90’s – the life reflecting I Wouldn’t Change A Thing.
There is a welcome place for the big hit Ooh Baby from the Paparazzi riddim, this track is a crowd favourite for sure. Thankful is an upbeat reggae gospel song, and Ambelique brings us a modern sounding cover of the classic Sitting in the Park. Ain’t No Love In This World is a rocky reggae commentary on the lack of love we see in the world today.
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