Jennifer Hudson Performs On V103 Soul Session

Jennifer Hudson hit up Atlanta recently to perform a set for V103's Soul Sessions. Singing songs both new, off her sophomore album I Remember Me that drops tomorrow, & old, J-Hud impressed as she always does, but the most interesting part is that her fellow American Idol contestant & friend George Huff was a background singer! Look out for a cool moment between the two during "Angel". The setlist for the performance, which begins at the 17-minute mark of the video above, is below:

Gone
I Got This
Angel
Believe
Spotlight
Where You At
And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going

Album Review: George Huff "George Huff"

Amidst the battle of the divas that was the third season of American Idol, one man was able to hold his own among them: George Huff. After finding some success after the show with a gospel career, George makes a return to the scene with his self-titled sophomore album. George Huff finds him once again in his comfort zone where he belongs.

"Victory" kicks off the album in an upbeat way that sets the mood for the tracks that follow, "Mighty Is Your Name" & "He Can." They're good & all, but you begin to get the feeling that you're at a worship service that just keeps going. Some soul brings life back to the album via "Turn It Around," which is followed by a pair of ballads. Clocking in at almost six minutes, "I Surrender" is much too long & really had me tiring of the background singers taking the reigns more than George. "No One But Jesus" is a little better & shows off his talent fairly well.

It is at this point that the album's sequencing confuses me & has me wondering if it's backwards because the uptempo "Free" not only finds George in his element, but it might just be the best song on the disc. The slow jam "Grateful" is a worthy follow-up that lends itself well to a little reflective moment. "I Belong To You (Yours)" keeps the previously set mood & is simply excellent. I still can't quite figure out how "Don't Let Go" came to be the lead single off this project, but it is a nice song. Tasha Collins & Coko offer up great features on "Destiny," another exquisite uptempo. I would be lying if I said I expected the (*spoiler alert*) reggae influence on "Here With Me," but I love the musically carefree metaphor that comes along with the closer.

With its disposable introduction, George Huff doesn't really hit its stride until the latter half, but it is well worth the listen once you get there. George has a unique recording voice that can really be magical on the right songs, a few of which are present on his sophomore effort. Fans will no doubt enjoy this album from this fun & entertaining performer.

Rating: 3.5/5 Stars

Listen To George Huff's Self-Titled Album

I know I'm a bit late on this, but is there ever really a bad time to (legally) listen to music for free? After a reader gave me the heads-up on where to find this, I thought I'd be too late, but as Simon Cowell would put it, "It's good news!" Click HERE to stream George Huff's entire self-titled sophomore album. I'll be reviewing the album soon.

George Huff Performs "Don't Let Go" On Good Day New York

George Huff finally got the promotional train going for his self-titled sophomore album by appearing on Good Day New York to perform first single "Don't Let Go" following a short interview. He sounded great, but I'm not sure this was the ear-catching lead single he needed to create the buzz about his new album that he so desperately needs at this point. Nonetheless, I can't wait to hear & review the album (as soon as I get it ... has it even leaked?)

New Music Tuesday

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Today is an interesting day for new releases. First up, we have the self-titled sophomore album from American Idol season five finalist George Huff. The album, which features the (video-less) single "Don't Let Go," hasn't leaked yet, but sounds promising. Britney Spears' documentary "For The Record" also comes out today. It's quite the special & definitely worth picking up.

George Huff's Self-Titled Album Tracklisting + Preview

George Huff is releasing his self-titled sophomore album on April 7th. The tracklisting for the gospel effort has been revealed:

1. Victory
2. Mighty Is Your Name
3. He Can
4. Turn It Around
5. I Surrender
6. No One But Jesus
7. Free
8. Grateful
9. I Belong To You (Yours)
10. Don't Let Go
11. Destiny
12. Here With Me

You can also preview the album HERE. I feel pretty optimistic about it from what I've heard.

George Huff's Self-Titled Album Cover + More

George Huff appropriately looks like his playful self on the cover of his upcoming self-titled album (April 7th). Not sure if you're interested? Head over HERE to listen to his first single "Don't Let Go" as well as snippets of "I Belong To You (Yours)," "Victory," "Free," "Destiny," & more. I sure like what I'm hearing!

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George Huff Album Update

American Idol alumni George Huff will release his gospel-flavored self-titled album on April 7th. The album, which will include such tracks as "Don't Let Go" & "Turn It Around," can be described by the Hurricane Katrina survivor as:

"The CD is reflective of the times we are living in & the hardships I've endured in my own life. My music tells the story but also encourages you to hold on, turn your situation around, & have some fun."

I'm a fan of George, so I look forward to his new project & wish him the best of luck with it.

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