"In short, Mann travels through various delivery styles
and techniques on THE ENERGY MAN, but doesn't come across
as anything but professional and solid. B.E.Mann is one of the most energetic
performers our area has to offer. Mann
is incedibly talented. He is credited for all keys, piano, bass, synth
bass, rhythm guitars, percussion,
and drum programming. Mann's best qualities however, is his vocals. He's
got a silky smooth, clean delivery with just
a shade of alluring quality that leads you in. It is clear that B.E.Mann
IS the energy man..."
Mtv.com
"
As a singer B.E. Mann commands the microphone to deliver diverse tones,
smooth & mellow but hit the points. Understandable stories with classic rythems. Worth having in your collection
as it will make you dance and smile and what else can you ask from a CD. "
Amsterjammin.com
december 2004
"...(B.E.'s)
grouping of songs into the roots rock reggae, vintage and dancehall, lovers
rock and dub categories shows an intelligible grasp of styles a lot of 'local'
reggae is sadly lacking. My favorite is 'Bring Back The Days' which keeps it simple but still has something
to say. Interestingly Mann is one of the few singers who is as good in the dj style (as he is singing), particularly
on the aforementioned song where he affects U-Roy-ish personae to talk about the great Jamaican
artists of yore. "
The Beat Magazine / Chuck Foster vol.23
#6 2004
"
If you are a follower of this fine performer (you'd) know the B.E.Mann
has been doing his best to meld r&b, hip hop,
and reggae styles together - into a sound that he can without a shadow
of a doubt, call his own. (Concerning his live
performance) Mann is electric enought to ignite an entire geriatric ward....
B.E. IS a great performer with an incredible voice..."
MUSIC'S BOTTOM LIVE MAGAZINE
"
B.E.Mann IS Cleveland's top reggae musician! B.E.Mann is the whole package.
Also known as the "Energy Man" for his
dance-powered live shows. Could be one of Clevelands best kept secrets!
B.E. Mann -- Known for his dance-powered live
shows, B.E. Mann is to reggae what George Clinton is to funk. A versatile
reggae artist who sings as well as plays bass,
keyboards, guitar, and trumpet, Mann is a sensation in cities where reggae
is seen through a kaleidoscope rather than a
microscope. Influenced more by Motown than Marley, Mann's music is smooth
and soulful, not angry or political. His last
album, The Energy Man, is filled with more funky guitar solos and manic
horn arrangements than you'll hear at
a P-Funk party. "
NORTHCOAST SCENE MAGAZINE
"
His singing voice is an amalgam of smooth 80's-early 90's dancehall
crooner Sanchez and the legendary Frankie Paul. Mann IS a talented arranger/producer..."
BEACON JOURNAL NEWSPAPER
"
It's hard to imagine the cold shores of Lake Erie could produce reggae
that doesn't sound unauthentic, but B.E.Mann is an exception. "
FREE TIMES MAGAZINE
"
B.E. IS the greatest reggae man in the land. I just totally love his cds.
I listen to them at home, on vacation,
everywhere! This guy is so much fun!..."
FOX8NEWS(Cleveland)
"
B.E.Mann knows how to soothe the soul with light pop and an upbeat dance
rhythm. He takes the original reggae
sound and juices it up to a whole new style I can't help but like."
THE RENEGADE
"
People who have not heard B.E. and enjoy well-crafted pop will consider
this a treat. Mann'ssongs are so hook laden,
listeners will be hard pressed to keep from humming them. These songs
are great vehicles too for Mann's unusually
smooth and expressive voice....His style is original and inviting!!! "
DIG MAGAZINE
"
Reaching out to the audience is Mann's forte... ceaseless energy, serenading
woman, and dancing with abandon,
it makes for a fun visual counterpart to the bouyant music. B.E. also
soulfully sings his original songs, with a lot of
toasting - in a convincing island dialect...."
THE CANTON REPOSITORY NEWSPAPER
"
B.E.'s blend on music brings a very listenable whole... Emphasis is on
clear sincere vocals...Nice vocal blend!"
THE BEAT MAGAZINE
"The
Energy Man" is a grovin' CD that makes ya want to move, even while your
sitting.The delivery from B.E. Mann
is nothing short of smooth and energetic. A delight to listen to at any
age.
INTERNATIONALLY FRESH
"Continuing
with his love of music and entertaining, the Energy Man keeps in stroll
with his pop, dance and reggae style
that made him one of the most recognizable names in the NortheastOhio
music scene. Mann is to reggae as Ricky Martin
is to Latin music. His music screams pop, and everything he does is accessible
to all ages. He is heavy on giving an
entertaining performance and he portrays fun and energy in his music.
Mann is like an unending party. If you are thinking
reggae thoughts of Bob Marley-esqe sound, you won’t find that here. Mann
is more along the lines of Culture Club meets
Shaggy -- and heavy on the '80s electronica."
REVUE MAGAZINE
"Cameo
comes to the islands when Dub-lite basslines, Dancehall toasting, compressed
backing vocals
(a favored recording technique of The Artist) and slick, House grooves
come together. "
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