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Johnta Austin - Take It Back
Artist: Johnta Austin
Producer: Jermaine Dupri
Album: Unreleased
Label: So So Def
Fresh off a series of label switches culminating in his recent dismissal from Island Def Jam, Johnta Austin is currently hunting for distribution for his myriad forthcoming projects, including shelved debut album Ocean Drive. To this end, the A-Town native has released a brand new single. Pondering how to liven up an on-the-rocks relationship, Johnta decides to Take It Back to the day he and his woman first met and danced together; if he can recapture that feeling, the rest should go smoothly. Johnta’s rhythmic vocal patterns, along with Jermaine Dupri‘s smooth, piano-driven beat and a Do or Die-esque rap on the back end, add up to another catchy, laid-back hit. Take It Back should go a long way towards convincing labels that Austin’s a wise investment—personally, I still believe that, when Ocean Drive is finally released, it’s gonna do big numbers on the charts!
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It's been what...almost three years since Johnta dropped "Turn it Up"? Talk about patience. I really like what Jermaine did on this record. He brought the mood way down to a mature, classic tempo. Reminds me of Usher in his prime.
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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This has a nice vibe and I like the grown r&b feel. The beat is good and Johnta Austin sounds smooth. In rotation
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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This track is pretty smooth. Johnta Austin sounded good over Jermaine's production. Rotation for this track.
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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I feel like a broken record making the same comment on 2 consecutive tracks, but this production is just beautiful. It's real smooth, perfect for R&B vocals to glide over. I'm not normally a huge fan of these slow, chill R&B joints, but this track had me from the begining. Johnta's vocals are very nice and nicely displayed, and the melody keeps the track interesting. I love the rap on the back end, perfectly formated to fit this track.
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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good until he rapped...so he gets 3.
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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Johnta has a strong, yet soothing voice that sets a comfortable mood throughout each song ... The switched-up flow on third verse is a good addition, production on point ... Banger right here...
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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His voice is real smooth, it goes great over this beat
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 11639 |
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Austin is a better songwriter than he is a singer and Jermaine is a better producer than he is a rapper, but that doesn't stop them from both "breaking out of that proverbial box." I like this. Each complements the other with their talents.
Urban AC, meet Mr. Austin. 
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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Jonhta has a strong, yet soothing voice that sets a comfortable mood throughout each song... & the switched-up flow in 3rd verse is a good addition ...
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 868 |
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this some of dat grown folk muzik, real smooth laid back track ,good job jd, dude has got solid vocals
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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JA has some heat in his arsonal. My two fav from this cat have to be, "Turn it up" and "Patron". I'm not sure why his solo career hasen't taken off like some of the other son@writer/producers turned sin@ers have, like NE-Yo, Dream and others. This track is nice as well. Not sin@le potential, but could add to the vibe of a solid Album. By the way JA if you readin this, My mom thinks you have the nicest house she has ever seen. I didn't see the episode of cribs, but I hear serious thin@s from my queen, so props to you!
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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immediately i was drawn to the production its just amazing ...i totally agree with Jordan Hung bout the Usher thing, specially with them high notes...I'm in loooove with dudes flow-switch from the smooth r&b to the faster stuff at the end...love it
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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I LOVE IT! Production is smooth, lyrics decent, but overall I think this is the big break Johnta is looking for.
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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I'm excited to hear from Johnta Austin. He's a great producer/songwriter and i loved his song "Turn It Up" even though it didn't get any attention. The production def attracts me right off the bat. I get a smooth/sexy vibe from it. At some parts I'm really feeling it then there may be a part or two where my vibe is messed up, but then it comes right back. Vocals are good and lyrics/theme are quite common. I'm not sure if this has single quality or not. I personally like it and if it came on the radio I would listen to it and I'd prob request it, but as far as everyone else I'm not sure. This would def be a song for the older crowd. The youngens won't be into it so I guess its up to the "grown folks" to make it a hit or not.
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| Posted on Apr 15, 2009 |
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I agree with BDF44 Turn It Up was nice joint, loved the Luther sampled. A nice slow jam.
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| Posted on Apr 16, 2009 |
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this is a nice track..smooth vibe 2 it..
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| Posted on Apr 16, 2009 |
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To be an rnb track this is really good! I love the production, it's music is smooth and sweet. They sound soulful and sexy!
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| Posted on Apr 16, 2009 |
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very smooth, and grown up. good from beginning to end.
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| Posted on Apr 16, 2009 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 134 |
This is almost perfect, for what it is. There is no annoying vocals or production. Not the most catchiest but extremely soulful and smooth. A great RnB track. Johnta deserves all the success he receives.
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| Posted on Apr 18, 2009 |
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I feel real soulful when I hear this track
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| Posted on Apr 19, 2009 |
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Nice and slow jam. I always liked Johnta
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| Posted on Apr 29, 2009 |
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