Sherrick (album)
Sherrick | |
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Studio album by | |
Released | 1987 |
Genre | R&B, Soul |
Length | 36:41 |
Label | Warner Bros. |
Producer | Michael Stokes, Sherrick Bobby Sandstrom (track 7) Steve Barri (track 7) |
Sherrick is the debut and only studio album from American soul singer and musician Sherrick, released by Warner Bros. in 1987. It was largely produced by Michael Stokes and Sherrick, except two tracks, one which was produced solely by Sherrick and another by Bobby Sandstrom and Steve Barri.[1]
Background[]
Although it failed to enter the US Billboard 200 chart, Sherrick reached No. 44 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart.[2][3] In the UK, the album reached No. 27.[4]
Singles[]
Five singles were released from the album. "Just Call" was the most successful single, reaching No. 8 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart,[2] No. 26 in Ireland,[5] and No. 23 in the UK.[6] "Let's Be Lovers Tonight" was a UK only release which peaked at No. 63.[7] A cover of The Originals Marvin/Anna Gaye-penned track "Baby I'm for Real" managed to peak at No. 53 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart.[2] The next single was the US release of "Tell Me What It Is", which failed to make any charting impact,[8] while "This Must Be Love" was released in the UK only as a promotional 12" vinyl single.[9]
Reception[]
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Source | Rating |
AllMusic | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Billboard | positive[11] |
Philadelphia Inquirer | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Upon release, Billboard wrote: ""Just Call" is a pop hit in the UK, boding well for crossover here. Rest of the material hews to the mainstream as well, but lingering soullessness of arrangements often offsets appeal of Sherrick's impressive vocals."[11] The Philadelphia Inquirer commented: "This singer possesses a big, burly croon reminiscent of Teddy Pendergrass, and shares that singer's weakness - poor material. Even strong, charming singing cannot save the series of macho-man-in-love scenarios he seems to favor all too much."[12][13]
In a retrospective review, Andrew Hamilton of AllMusic stated: "Sherrick's only solo shot displayed the problematic singer's compelling way with words, music, and writing skills. His strong tenor caresses and entices on "Just Call" and a strong rendition of "Baby I'm for Real". Mike Stokes and Sherrick contributed the bulk of the original songs that speak of love, love, and more love."[10]
Track listing[]
No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Tell Me What It Is" | Sherrick | 3:53 |
2. | "Just Call" | Sherrick, Ralph Hawkins, Jr. | 4:13 |
3. | "Baby I'm for Real" | Marvin Gaye, Anna Gordy Gaye | 4:20 |
4. | "This Must Be Love" | Sherrick, Michael Stokes | 3:20 |
5. | "Do You Baby" | Sherrick, N. Johnson, R. Leigh | 3:24 |
6. | "All Because of You" | Sherrick, Stokes | 4:33 |
7. | "Let's Be Lovers Tonight" | Michael Price, Bobby Sandstrom, Steve Barri | 4:02 |
8. | "Lady You Are" | Sherrick, Stokes, R. Singleton, D. Fletcher | 4:54 |
9. | "Send for Me" | Sherrick | 3:52 |
Charts[]
Album
Chart (1987) | Peak position |
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UK Albums Chart[4] | 27 |
US Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart[2] | 44 |
Singles[]
Just Call
Chart (1987) | Peak position |
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Ireland Singles Chart[5] | 26 |
UK Singles Chart[6] | 23 |
US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks Chart[2] | 8 |
Let's Be Lovers Tonight
Chart (1987) | Peak position |
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UK Singles Chart[7] | 63 |
Baby I'm for Real
Chart (1987) | Peak position |
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US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks Chart[2] | 53 |
Personnel[]
- Producers – Michael Stokes (tracks 1-6, 8), Sherrick (tracks 1-6, 8, 9), Bobby Sandstrom (track 7), Steve Barri (track 7)
- Executive Producer – Benny Medina, Ray Singleton
- Mastering – Brian Gardner
- Rhythm Arrangements Arrangement - Michael Stokes (tracks 1-6, 8, 9), Sherrick (tracks 1-6, 8, 9), Richard Elliot (track 7)
- String Arrangements – Gene Page, Sherrick
- Vocal Arrangements – Sherrick
- Art Direction, Logo Design – Kav Deluxe
- Clothing For G.H.Q. (cover photography) – Axis
- Hair (cover photography) – Alison Greenpalm, Toni Greene
- Make-Up (cover photography) – Tara Posey
- Nails (cover photography) – Renee
- Photography – Jeff Katz
References[]
- ^ "Sherrick - Sherrick (Vinyl, LP, Album) at Discogs". Discogs.com. Retrieved 2012-12-22.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c d e f "Sherrick - Sherrick : Awards". AllMusic. Retrieved 2012-12-22.
- ^ "Sherrick Music News & Info". Billboard. Retrieved 2012-12-22.
- ^ Jump up to: a b "The Official Charts Company - Sherrick by Sherrick Search". The Official Charts Company. 6 May 2013.
- ^ Jump up to: a b Jaclyn Ward. "The Irish Charts - All there is to know". Irishcharts.ie. Retrieved 2012-12-22.
- ^ Jump up to: a b "The Official Charts Company - Just Call by Sherrick Search". The Official Charts Company. 6 May 2013.
- ^ Jump up to: a b "The Official Charts Company - Let's Be Lovers Tonight by Sherrick Search". The Official Charts Company. 6 May 2013.
- ^ "Sherrick - Tell Me What It Is at Discogs". Discogs.com. Retrieved 2012-12-22.
- ^ "Sherrick - This Must Be Love (Vinyl) at Discogs". Discogs.com. Retrieved 2012-12-22.
- ^ Jump up to: a b AllMusic Review by Andrew Hamilton. "Sherrick - Sherrick | Songs, Reviews, Credits". AllMusic. Retrieved 2019-02-05.
- ^ Jump up to: a b Billboard magazine - August 29, 1987 - Album Reviews - page 80
- ^ Jump up to: a b "Philadelphia Inquirer: Search Results". nl.newsbank.com. Retrieved 2016-11-09.
- ^ Jump up to: a b "A Standout Country Debut Disc - Philly.com". Articles.philly.com. 2011-04-11. Retrieved 2012-12-22.
- 1987 debut albums
- Warner Records albums