Album Notes

AINSLEY BURROWS DELIVERS POWERHOUSE FIFTH ALBUM April, 2008 – Socio-political musings coupled with hypnotic, pulsating rhythms comprise the seminal fiber of Ainsley Burrows fifth full length album, EVOLVER. Not to be mistaken for a standard album of poetry, EVOLVER is a classic ten track offering which grips the listener with mind-boggling lyrics and deft delivery. With its masterful arrangement and clean production, EVOLVER will become the guide to young poets the world over. Ainsley Burrows, known for his wit, charm and compelling themes, has long appealed to the intellectual. On EVOLVER, he has raised the bar - no group is spared his appraisal and there are no fillers on the album. Each track stands on its own merit; each is as individual as the lyrics that espouse the poets concerns for life, humanity, love and war. Ainsley’s insightful collaborations on EVOLVER help make it the powerhouse album that it is. Outstanding are the vocal performances of sensually stimulating Sprala Swa on Torres and Freedom as well the ethereal vocal stylings of Ming on The Negro Unplugged and Baby. In your face rapper, Faro-Z delivers well on Black Boy as does Dancehall artist, Loose on Gypsy Eyes. The melodious voice of South African singer, Masauko Chipembere sweetens Slow and the powerful delivery of poet Tshaka Campbell bodes well on Drug Dealer. EVOLVER is a radical departure for the routine. Its politically intense lyrics, softened by up tempo beats and creative arrangements are masterfully produced by Burrows to stand head and shoulder above the mundane. With EVOLVER, Ainsley Burrows shows exactly what can happen when great poetry meets great music in an outstanding production effort.