Brownstone – From The Bottom Up (2-LP Vinyl)

Brownstone arrived in 1995 as one of the most distinctive vocal groups in R&B, with Nicci Gilbert, Maxee, and Monica "Mimi" Doby delivering harmonies that felt rooted in classic soul while sitting squarely in the new jack swing era's final bloom. "If You Love Me" became an inescapable summer anthem, but the depth of this debut rewards closer listening, built on a foundation of tight ensemble singing that was increasingly rare in an era dominated by solo stars.