On his emotion-ridden new offering "Missing You", bOydestiNy unveils an impassioned classic that seems as if it were penned in the stars for this very moment. Mixing the old-school grit of retro soul with a sleek contemporary R&B & neo-soul finish, this deeply personal record is an emotionally invested journey that stays in your heart long after it ends. The "Missing You" story in and of itself holds as much depth as the record. Crafting the song's most basic building blocksbuilding blocks with a vision, back in his days with the world-renowned smooth jazz group Pieces of a Dream, bOydestiNy by no means hesitated putting his openness on full display.
Having a clear vision of the emotional depth and musical chemistry for this song, he asked James Lloyd to perform the keys on it, as his dynamic programming had only taken it so far into this airy new dimension. Although bOydestiNy entirely handled all of the vocal melodies and songs on his own, he confronted a crucial artistic decision. In a testament to his evolution as an artist and the nature of commerce-minded collaboration, bOydestiNy had more recently opted for the latter, handing over the helm of his cover to a talented R&B vocalist from Philly who brought even more soul to the track in approach. That choice lends an added dimension to the story, set in a fictional world with a little more bite, and takes it one step further. There is a standout rap moment around 2:55 that reaffirms bOydestiNy's diverse skill set.
His delivery can be described as smooth, honest, and rhythmical, matching the tracks' mellow but expressive undertones. It is supportive. This is not a slice of radio-friendly bravado, but something that's designed to communicate on a deeply human level. The track is a mature observation on those quiet moments of longing, wrapped in velvet grooves and vulnerable vocals. A song that, by blending the history of jazz with a new soul approachability, gives it a higher elevation but does not place it outside of measuring up. For anyone who loves R&B that is rich in soul and authenticity, they are sure to appreciate what bOydestiNy delivers with "Missing You." One of the reminders you get is that emotional music and crafted music will always hold a special place in our hearts.
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Blessings my friend....once again you forever demonstrate an amazing crafting of words....great review....thank you.
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