Title: Seal [1991] Artist: Seal Release Date: 6/11/1991 Label: Sire, ZTT Duration: 52:17 UPCs: 075992662727, 090317455723, 903174557236 Genre: Rock Styles: Dance-Pop, House, Urban, Adult Contemporary, Pop/Rock, Club/Dance Moods: Earnest, Gentle, Romantic, Intimate, Passionate, Plaintive, Poignant, Reflective, Searching, Sensual, Soothing, Yearning, Amiable/Good-Natured, Lively, Sophisticated, Stylish, Theatrical, Cathartic, Confident, Exuberant, Rousing, Earthy, Thuggish Total Copies: 44 Number of Discs/SwapaCD Credits: 1

1. The Beginning
2. Deep Water
3. Crazy
4. Killer
5. Whirlpool
6. Future Love Paradise
7. Wild
8. Show Me
9. Violet

Year Type Label Catalog # 1991 CD Sire 2-26627 1991 CD ZTT 9031745572

Seal [1991] [CD & DVD]

London singer/songwriter Seal certainly made a name for himself with his eponymous debut despite the comparison to fellow London mate, the raspy soul Terence Trent D'Arby. But Seal is more relaxed, and his craftsmanship is delicate and well defined. Lyrical depictions are light, songwriting is personal, and production credits are most impressive. With star-studded work from both Trevor Horn (Tina Turner, the Art of Noise, Rod Stewart) and Trevor Rabin (Yes, John Miles), Seal is surely a critical hit. Becoming a mainstream radio mainstay for the summer of 1991, the single "Crazy" carried heavy notoriety for Seal and instantly made him a household name. His collaborative effort with Adamski for "Killer" was a massive club hit thanks to its hi-nrg strength, but house elements are showcased other album tracks such as "The Beginning." Seal is not necessarily a dance innovator, but he makes for a select crossover artist with impeccable talent worthy of heavy acclamation and critical recognition. The general mood captured on his debut album is refreshing for the early-'90s mediocrity of post-hair metal and manufactured synth bands. His music was a major force throughout the decade and well into the new millennium. With Trevor Horn at his side, it's undeniable. Together they go for exactly what Seal is looking for: the beauty, desire, and simplicity in creating a new sound. Seal is the face and Horn is the face behind it all. ~ MacKenzie Wilson, All Music Guide

Name Credits Andy Duncan ?, Saxophone Anne Dudley Arranger, String Arrangements Brian Malouf Mixing Bruce Woolley Keyboards, ? Chester Kamen ? Chrissie Scheft ? Chrissy Shefts ? Curt Bisquera ?, Drums Damo Suzuki ? Denny Fongheiser ? Doug Wimbish ? Gary Maughn ? Gota Yashiki ? Greg Jackman Engineer Gregg Jackman Engineer Guy Isidore ? Guy Sigsworth ? Ian Morrow ? Jamie Muhoberac ? John "J.R." Robinson Drums, ? Keith LeBlanc ? Luis Jardim Drums, Percussion, ? Mac Mill Engineer Maria Vidal ? Mark Mancina ? Mars Lasar Programming, Keyboards Paulinho Da Costa ?, Percussion Pino Palladino Bass Randall Jacobs ? Ren Swan Engineer Richard Cottle ? Richard Lowe Assistant Engineer Robin Hancock Mixing, ?, Engineer Seal Guitar, Main Performer, Vocals Steve Fitzmaurice Assistant Engineer Steve MacMillan Mixing, Engineer Steve Pearce ? Tim Weidner Engineer, Assistant Engineer Tony Phillips Engineer, Assistant Engineer Trevor Horn ?, Producer Trevor Rabin Guitar, ?