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3.9 ( 19 total votes )
Novel’s never been one to shy away from revealing the details of his personal life – name another artist who puts out songs about his depression prone mother – but on the ATL to L.A. singer, producer, songrwriter original DJBooth Freestyler’s new album Grant Me Serenity he truly lets down his guard and lets listeners inside the mind and soul of a troubled artist. Case in point; standout selection Celebrate, a record whose mood couldn’t be farther away from its title (unless your idea of a celebration is drowning your sorrows alone at the bar). Produced, of course, by the headliner himself, Celebrate opens with slowly dripping percussion that’s quickly wrapped in gauzy synths and atmospheric touches. It’s a minimalistic approach that puts a lot of pressure on Novel to vocally and lyrically deliver but thankfully he’s more than up to the task, even bringing on feature artist Muzi for a rapped/sung/spoken guest spot. It won’t be the album that sets off your house party this Friday night, but fans of innovative, creative R&B will find plenty to celebrate on Grant Me Serenity, available for free download here.
This song first appeared on the
R&B / Pop Chart
on July 4, 2011
Listen to More: Novel , Muzi , Downloads, R&B/Pop, Alternative Written by Nathan S.
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Novel is the definition of an artist. He raps, sings, and produces. This sounds like a song Drake would do. This is dope.
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My power is out thanks to some not-so-awesome storms in Chicago. So, tonight you all just get my rating - I hope it speaks for itself.
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| Posted on Jun 23, 2011 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 16 |
Im bias... lol This record is personal...But im sure some can relate. Shout out to DJBooth for the support. And all those who support.
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| Posted on Jun 23, 2011 |
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Loved the track as a whole and gonna download that new album now. My only beef with the song was that I wish Muzi would have sang a verse instead of rapped. His rapping seemed a little out of place to me. Great song, though.
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| Posted on Jun 23, 2011 |
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This is a really hot track. The melody is great and it's a nice slow, smooth song. Not too much, too hype, it's nice and relaxing. Definitely a nice track to enjoy at a lounge.
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| Posted on Jun 23, 2011 |
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This and "Dear Heartbeat". Original, and def two of my fav . .
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I'm feelin it.
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| Posted on Jun 23, 2011 |
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dope track, the emotion is felt in deep place. def my fav on the mixtape!
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| Posted on Jun 23, 2011 |
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Liking Novel's Music, good voice, good production = Winner...
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| Posted on Jun 23, 2011 |
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Music people...
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| Posted on Jun 24, 2011 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 76 |
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cmon Novel drop the album!
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| Posted on Jun 27, 2011 |
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Tastemaker  Total Ratings: 2905 |
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Novel is high up on my 'Awesome' list. This is why. Perfect reading & reflecting music
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| Posted on Jun 29, 2011 |
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| Posted on Jul 04, 2011 |
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Production sounds like something 40 would do.
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| Posted on Jul 11, 2011 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 238 |
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Great sound, great production Novel!
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