Singer-songwriter Ellis Hall just released his latest R&B single “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight.”
This song is a remake of the England Dan and John Ford Coley 1976 hit, and Hall does it justice. He allows his rich, rumbling voice to shine, which is smooth as silk.
Conductor and trumpeter Jeff Tyzik has dubbed Ellis Hall as “The Ambassador of Soul,” and rightfully so.
With this deeply sultry ballad, Hall channels the late but great Luther Vandross coupled with the infectious energy of Lionel Richie and the smoothness of Brian McKnight.
Hall manages to maintain solid control over his velvet voice, and the lyrics are conversational but not contrived; moreover, his delivery and execution are both expressive, which will certainly resonate well with fans and listeners.
The Verdict
Overall, Ellis Hall is able to tip his hat to the foundation of R&B music with “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight” all while giving this classic song a much-needed modern and refreshing twist.
It is evident that Ellis Hall is like fine wine where he only gets better with age and experience. It is neat to see him returning back to his R&B/soul roots; moreover, this is a substantial indication that songs like “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight” will never go out of style.
It is worth more than just a passing glance, and it garners two thumbs up. Well done.
“I’d Really Love To See You Tonight” is available on Spotify by clicking here.
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