Dreamy reveries, performed by Vandross at the absolute top of his game.
Although its successor, Give Me the Reason – Luther Vandross’ fifth solo album – was the one that truly broke him commercially in the UK, The Night I Fell in Love is arguably the point where everything aligned for this remarkable singer.
The album was recorded in AIR Studios, Montserrat: the playground for so many white rock artists in the 80s. It clearly benefitted all involved. Vandross said at the time, “We were out of town, so the band weren’t looking at their watches having a 4.30 Pepsi-Cola jingle they had to go do. Once you get someone away from that New York session mentality, their guard comes down.” And it’s true. This set follows a loose, free-flowing groove, with one track segueing into another.
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Bron: BBC Music