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Levert – The Big Throwdown (used)

Levert – The Big Throwdown (used)

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Levert – The Big Throwdown

  • About the album: "The Big Throwdown," released in 1987, is the second studio album by the R&B group Levert. This album helped establish the group and launched a string of hits.
  • Genre and Style: The album's genres are Electronic and Funk / Soul, with styles including Downtempo, New Jack Swing, and Contemporary R&B.
  • Notable Hits: The album is known for the hit single "Casanova". This song reached number one on the R&B charts and was also a pop hit. Other songs on the album include "My Forever Love".
  • Tracklist: The album features 9 tracks, including:
    1. Casanova
    2. Good Stuff
    3. Don't U Think It's Time
    4. My Forever Love
    5. Love the Way U Love Me
    6. Sweet Sensation
    7. In N Out
    8. Temptation
    9. Throwdown
  • Personnel: Gerald Levert's vocals are a highlight of the album. He also produced the album along with Marc Gordon, Craig Cooper, and Reggie Calloway.
  • Chart Performance: "The Big Throwdown" reached number three on the Billboard R&B Albums chart. It was also certified gold by the RIAA.
  • Availability: The album was released on various formats, including vinyl LP, CD, and cassette. You can find it for purchase on platforms like Discogs and eBay.
  • Reviews: Reviews generally praise the album's blend of tempos and styles, showcasing a mix of ballads and funk-infused tracks. Gerald Levert's vocal performance is also highlighted. 
Overall, "The Big Throwdown" is a well-regarded album in Levert's discography, showcasing their blend of contemporary R&B and New Jack Swing, and featuring their successful hit single "Casanova". 


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