I started following R&B singer Case on social media about 8 years ago after getting introduced to his manager. I only remembered him from “Touch Me Tease Me” and stumbled upon “Faded Pictures” with Joe, a little later. The two are still in heavy rotation on my playlists. I think that most people who love R&B know more tracks by him.
When you’re following someone on social media, you always learn a few unexpected things about them. In this case, I found out that Case is a fan of Axl Rose. What a clash of musical genres and singing styles! Somewhere along the way, he’s even decided to incorporate his name into his own. For instance, I could only find his new release when searching for Case Blaxl Rose, so I guess that is now his official stage name now.
Another thing I‘ve noticed is that he has always remained uber productive when it comes to music. Now that he’s an independent artist, he sort of has to. It comes with the job.
In the last few years, I’ve seen several singles, a few albums and, more recently, a new EP. The EP is called “Love Jones, Vol I”. Of course, the title already suggests a Vol II might follow.
I think the rush for the release of this EP, last month, had a lot to do with the fact that there also was a moment where all the attention was directed to Case. He was featured as a topic of TV One’s popular “Unsung” series. If you’ve been following my blogs, then you know that I love these series even though sometimes I would’ve preferred having been left to think everything was absolutely loving and great between groups. Oh well.
The EP contains only 4 songs of which “Heaven” was released as a single. All of the songs have a slightly different R&B style. While one song might bring you back to the rough side of R&B and remind you of groups like Dru Hill and Jodeci, others have a bit of a smoother side. It makes it an interesting listen.
