I very much enjoyed the cd. You will find funky beats, slow tempo, rap and traditional gospel. There's something in it for everyone. It is clear that Mike Calhoun is truely a messenger. Listening to this cd you would not only find your toe tapping to such amazing rhythms but you will find your spiritual side being nourished. Listen to his words and you connect to his soul, his life, his struggles, and his joy...all at the same time. Enjoy the slow tempo cuts in his most humble of hearts, such as "By Your Side" and "Stay"....to the streets of "Holla" and "Ghetto Preacher" and you will find a man who's gone through some hard knocks but knows where his blessings come from. Not only was I loving the music but each song creates a visual that relates to everyday life. When I heard "Cold World" it instantly put me in the mind of Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On." It's hard to pick a favorite so while listening to it over and over to see which I favored more, I came up with several but picked one. We all struggle with the temptations of life so if I had to pick one, it's got to be "Fear No Evil." Coming from the 80's funk era, Mike Calhoun stands tall again. You will be delighted with the new direction of his new sound. There are other artists out there with similar calling and it has reached the masses tremendously. Reaching is his goal and this cd "THE ONE" does it. You can't help but to give praise to God, waving your hands in the air. I'd call it a "deliverance of his testimony given to you in the gift of song." Mike Calhoun I wish you all the best.

I give this CD 5 stars. Mike Calhoun has created an album that is real hard to put in to one category. The songs contain Inspiration, a little funk, Rap & even Rock. I personally like the versatility. He can write and play the guitar for anyone. I am honored to have him as my producer for my first album. He's worked with some great artist that I have always looked up to. A favorite of mine is Earth Wind & Fire. I think that he has taken from all the greats and formed The ONE GREAT which is inside of him. I am honored to be able to call him my Producer, my mentor and most of all, my friend!  I wish Mike much Love and much success.