OUTSTANDING
I just picked up this album today and it is outstanding. This, I would argue is Brian's best work ever. He uses live instrumentation on this album which gives it a real musical feel that sets it apart from much of the R&B music that is out there. Howerver, he does not go as far as to try to make a so called "neo-soul" record. Just amazing songs with amazing arrangements that use the perfect blend of jazz and contemporary gospel influences.I was a little concered about the use of artists like Nelly on this record, thinking the tracks would be contrived, but Brian does not lose himself even on the records where he does collaborations with other artists. He stays true to form, while giving the album variety.If the other albums did not do it, U Turn truly confirms that Brian is one of the premiere artists in contemporary music. Hats off to him.