Flashback Friday: Toni Braxton and Jay-Z

It’s Georgia Mae’s favorite day of the work week! And, as always, we know how to kick off your weekend right.

Kim Jackson nominates the one Braxton that doesn’t annoy Edd.

Toni Braxton (1993)

Kim said: “Toni Braxton’s debut CD was a magnificent wonder of heartbreaking songs such as “Another Sad Love Song” and “Breathe Again.” With her her husky alto voice how could any man reject her?”

Also check out:
“Another Sad Love Song”
“Love Shoulda Brought You Home”

Edward drops off one of his all-time faves.

Jay-Z, Reasonable Doubt (1996)


Edd said: “It’s funny to imagine a time when Jay-Z was just a low-key rapper pretending to a pimp. And as I mentioned earlier this week, don’t believe the hype – Reasonable Doubt was not universally embraced when it was first released. Sure, everyone liked “Ain’t No …” but that’s about it. But after just one listen,  I knew there was something special about this Jigga guy. It didn’t take long for this to become one of my favorties – I know the album front to back, down to the “Ch-ch-ch-chea” ad-libs. Today, Jay is hip-hop’s top dog and Reasonable Doubt has reached its well-deserved classic status. I’m just glad I was down before the hype.”

Also check out:
“Regrets”
“Ain’t No…”

Now, it’s your turn. Email edward@soulinstereo.com, hit us up on Twitter @etbowser or @writeousbabe, or stop by the comments section and share your Flashback Friday album.  Leave a couple of sentences describing what makes it so great. We’ll feature your album on the blog.