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Just Like Dreamin'
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Philadelphian
had sung in '70s
group
and contributed the lead vocal to contemporary
's Top 40
hit
prior to releasing this underrated solo effort in 1984. The set is notable for its distinctively
-oriented take on
. It's an element that most seasoned
vocalists -- busy living up to the radio trends of the day -- didn't catch on to until several years later. The most remarkable track here, outright, is the gorgeous, sailing, midnight groove
's warm production plays perfect complement to
' elegant yet very personable delivery of the song's simple, straightforward premise. The jazzy up-tempo number
and
-written title track are also particularly notable. A few tracks linger in the distance:
are routine
/
workouts. But they're worth skipping over for the luster of the rest.
sounds strong and clear throughout, crafting a unique brand of laid-back
(think
meets
). It's truly sad that her talent escaped the mainstream's eye, while far-less-capable vocalists such as
went on to enjoy massively successful runs. ~ Justin M. Kantor