Album: Bring It on Home... The Soul Classics

Overview
"Bring It on Home ... The Soul Classics" is a 2006 album by American soul vocalist Aaron Neville. The album is a cover album that saw Neville, known for his powerful and emotive voice, paying tribute to some of the best soul songs ever written. Including 13 amazing performances of soul classics, the album boldly commemorates the music that inspired Neville throughout his profession and advises listeners of the incredible depth and versatility of his voice. It peaked at # 134 on the Billboard 200 chart and # 25 on the Top R&B/ Hip-Hop Albums chart.

Background & Production
Aaron Neville began his profession in the early 1960s as one of the members of the successful New Orleans-based funk and soul group, the Neville Brothers, together with his brothers Art, Charles, and Cyril. In his solo career, he accomplished significant success with the release of his hit single "Tell It Like It Is" in 1966.

"Bring It on Home ... The Soul Classics" was launched on September 19, 2006, under the Burgundy Records label. The album was produced by Stewart Levine who has dealt with several renowned artists, consisting of Simply Red, Minnie Riperton, and the Neville Brothers themselves. The album includes a mix of Neville's analyses of legendary soul hits from the 1960s and 1970s, giving them a contemporary touch without losing their initial essence.

Track List & Featured Artists
1. "Rainy Night in Georgia" (initially by Brook Benton).
2. "Ain't No Sunshine" (originally by Bill Withers).
3. "Sit Down and Cry" (originally by Anne Peebles).
4. "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" (originally by Nina Simone).
5. "You Send Me" (initially by Sam Cooke).
6. "Respect Yourself" (originally by The Staple Singers), featuring Mavis Staples.
7. "Chain Gang" (originally by Sam Cooke).
8. "A Change Is Gon na Come" (initially by Sam Cooke).
9. "Stand by Me" (initially by Ben E. King).
10. "People Get Ready" (initially by Curtis Mayfield & The Impressions).
11. "Blinded by the Whites" (initially by Phoebe Snow).
12. "Mockingbird" (originally by Charlie & Inez Foxx), including David Sanborn.
13. "Bring It on Home to Me" (originally by Sam Cooke).

Neville teamed up with a number of famous artists on this album, lending their grace and experience to the soulful performances. Amongst them are Mavis Staples, a fellow icon of the category, contributing her vocals to "Respect Yourself", and the talented saxophonist David Sanborn, who adds an extra layer of soul to Neville's rendition of "Mockingbird".

Critical Reception
"Bring It on Home ... The Soul Classics" received positive evaluations from critics, who applauded Neville's analyses of the classic songs and his ability to preserve the essence of the original tracks while supplying a fresh take on them. Numerous likewise noted the amazing vocal range and emotion he demonstrated throughout the album.

In general, "Bring It on Home ... The Soul Classics" is a remarkable album that showcases Aaron Neville's ability to pay homage to the songs that have inspired him throughout his career. It definitely is worthy of a listen for any fan of traditional soul music, as well as for those who appreciate Neville's hallmark smooth and emotive voice.