Soul Food
The hip-hop and R&B; sounds of Spiritual Pieces' sophomore releaseSoul Foodfind the band entering a new level of showmanship and  production. Perfectly described by the terms "smooth" and "groove," this group  has successfully mastered today's popular urban sounds while maintaining an  uncompromising spiritual fervor. The sultry beats deliver all the stimulus  necessary to keep the dancing alive, while the laid-back vocals churn out  rock-solid messages about faith and Christian living. Singers Fatima Lowe and Al 'Lafons George mingle their voices with a gentle sweetness and a confidence that does not waver. The third member of the band, producer and  songwriter Terry Bolen, has exquisitely crafted Spiritual Pieces' sound to carry a seamless flow and subdued ambiance. Check out their first single, "Holy Spirit," and its blending of gospel roots into this distinctive release.--Israel Button