Dedicated
The proliferation of television talent shows over the past couple of years have shown that, if you can sing, you don't necessarily have to be an overall winner to succeed. Although Lemar Obika came in third in the first series of Fame Academy, this was enough for him to gain a major record deal & a brand new singing career. 'Dedicated' is Lemar's debut set, & it's an album that squares up his position as one of the UK's best-ever urban soul voices. However, he hasn't limited himself to simply pursuing one genre. 'Dedicated' cleverly recognizes that Obika's listenership is as diverse as any TV audience. Consequently this is an album that uses soul music as a starting point before leaping off to the pop side of things & all stops in between. Producers on the set include Stargate, JD (So Solid), Fingaz (Big Brovaz) & more. 15 tracks. Sony Music UK. 2004.