As a founding member of the musical foursome
Dru Hill
,
Woody Rock
experienced immeasurable success, watching as the group's albums went platinum and their songs topped charts. However, for
Rock
, success seemed to be lacking. Desiring to pursue the spiritual aspect of his life through music,
left
in 1999. He released his first solo
gospel
project,
Soul Music
, in 2001. The
Gospo Centric
release combines smooth
R&B
sounds with urban music and upbeat hip-hop. Featuring a bevy of musical guests, the album includes performances by
Mary, Mary
Men of Standard
, and
. Overall, the album is extraordinary in every respect from musical arrangements to vocals. The project is intricately crafted, each song standing on its own, yet managing to produce a cohesive whole. Songs include
"Testimony"
and
"Good to Be Alive."
~ Ashleigh Kittle