TERENCE TRENT D'ARBY - "INTRODUCING THE HARDLINE ACCORDING TO..." 1987
TERENCE TRENT D'ARBY "INTRODUCING THE HARDLINE ACCORDING TO..." 1987 IF YOU ALL GET TO HEAVEN - A powerful, soulful, uplifting, spiritual opener to this brilliant debut album by Terence Trent D'Arby which led to comparisons to Prince for its diversity and class of songs. One of the best debut albums of the decade at a time when the 80s was winding down in a horrible blast of Acid House, Boybands and Novelty acts. A great track to start. IF YOU LET ME STAY - The debut single that put D'Arby on the musical map, reaching number 7 on the UK chart. This is a perfect Motown style Pop crossover. Typically soulful vocals over a midtempo almost funky backing track. This brought the styles of Michael Jackson, James Brown and Sam Cooke all together in one song. WISHING WELL - A big hit when released as the second single. This is the song that reminds me most of Prince. Its sparse arrangement backing a funky, simple drumbeat and soulful Pop vocals make this an