We Got By by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas - Uhune

ALBUM

Albums that have just vocals and acoustic guitar run the risk of sounding just plain hokey. There's the "squeak" that an acoustic guitar typically gives off which can get in the way of the vocals. There are occasional squeaks coming from Michael Nickolas, but they are overcome with an out-of-the-ordinary pure sound which blends perfectly with the expressive voice of Ray Greene. Both of these New England-based musicians are experienced performers. Greene has worked with the likes of Rick James and Aretha Franklin and also worked in West Side Story. Nickolas, with Greene, formed the R&B band Universal Language and has recorded reggae with Michael Rose. Their 17-plus years of collaboration come to fruition in this album of standards and material from other music genres. Greene sings with great expression in a flexible, tender vocal style. Being accompanied by just acoustic guitar is one short step from going a cappella, making staying on pitch essential to avoid disaster. Greene accomplishes this task effortlessly. His vocal eloquence and versatility are apparent as he runs the gamut of "Here's That Rainy Day" through Stevie Nicks' "Landslide" to Bob Dylan's "Knocking on Heaven's Door," landing upright with Al Jarreau's "We Got By." So the listener is treated to a menu of some traditional and contemporary pop material, some urban blues, some R&B, and some folk. This is the kind of album that's perfect for a quiet evening of relaxation and comfort. Greene's vocal warmth and romanticism when married to Nickolas' guitar resonance is the kind of stuff that helps whisk the woes and worries of the day away. Recommended.
© Dave Nathan /TiVo

1. We Got By

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
Composer: Al Jarreau; Composer

2. Hold My Hand

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
Composer: Bryan; Composer
F E L B E R: Bryan; Other
R U C K E R: Bryan; Other
S O N E F E L D: Bryan; Other

3. Hearts Horizon

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
Composer: Al Jarreau; Composer
J A Y G R A Y D O N: Al Jarreau; Other
R A N D Y G O O D R U M: Al Jarreau; Other

4. Cecelia

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
Composer: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Composer

5. When I Fall In Love

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Composer: Victor Young; Composer
Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
Edward Heyman: Victor Young; Other

6. I Love You More Than You'll Ever Know

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
Composer: Al Kooper; Composer

7. Heaven Help Us All

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
Composer: Ronald Miller; Composer

8. Here's That Rainy Day

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Composer: Johnny Burke; Composer
Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
James Van Heusen: Johnny Burke; Other

9. They Can't Take That Away From Me

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Composer: Ira Gershwin; Composer
Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
George Gershwin: Ira Gershwin; Other

10. Landslide

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
Composer: Stevie Nicks; Composer

11. Knocking On Heaven's Door

by Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas

Primary Artist: Ray Greene / Michael Nickolas; Main Performer
Composer: Bob Dylan; Composer

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

11 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

40 minutes and 55 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 600x600 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

2/11 tracks have lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

No synced lyrics found

Genres

Jazz, Pop, Gospel

Label

Studio Nine Productions

Music Distribution Service

CD Baby

Country

United States

Language

English (United States)

Popularity

Release Date

Dec 31, 2000

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

794935070121