[47], At the end of 1996, Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite named one of the year's 10 best albums in lists published by Rolling Stone, Time, and USA Today. [2] They assigned Chicago-based, English producer and multi-instrumentalist Stuart Matthewman to the project, but he only produced the first few tracks. 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The only way I can pay homage to that feminine thing--not necessarily women but to what they represent as creative forces--is by getting artistic and making music. [3][4] Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite was produced primarily by Peter Mokran, who was credited as P.M., and Maxwell, who was credited as "MUSZE",[4] a play on the word muse. (I wanna be) We're gonna be If it doesn't lend itself to your history, how is it going to extend to your future? [2] After earning a considerable reputation, Maxwell signed a recording contract with Columbia Records in 1994. [7], Guitars: Wah Wah Watson, Stuart Matthewman, H and Maxwell Keys: Amp Fiddler, Federico Pena, Itaal Shur, David Gamson, Stuart Matthewman and Maxwell Bass: Mike Neal, Gary Foote, Jonathan Maron, and Stuart Matthewman Drums/Beatmachine: Gene Lake, Stuart Matthewman, Itaal Shur, Peter Mokran, David Gamson and Maxwell Percussion: Bashiri Johnson, Karl Vanden Bossche, Gregory Marsh Horns: The Beverly Soul Sextion Saxophone: Stuart Matthewman Trombone: Clark Gayton Trumpet: Kevin Batchelor French horn: Vincent Chauncey Cello: Erik Friedlander and Rufus Cappadocia Voices: Maxwell, Produced or co-produced by Maxwell (Maxwell) with Stuart Matthewman or Peter Mokran Additional production assistance: H (Mike Humphries), Wah Wah Watson (Melvin Ragin) and Itaal Shur Written by Maxwell or co-written with Hod David, Stuart Matthewman, Leon Ware, Itaal Shur or Melvin Ragin Recorded at Electric Lady (NYC), RPM (NYC), CRC (Chicago), Chung King (NYC), Sorcercer (NYC) Engineers: Mike Pela, Peter Mokran and Ed Tuton Assistant engineers: Michael Nuceder, Jamie Campbell, Brian "Mr. Bones" Kinkead, Phil Castellano, John Seymour and Ron Lowe Mastered by Tom Coyne at Sterling Sound (NYC) Art direction: Stacey Drummond and Julian Peploe Photography: Eric Johnson Photo assistance: Michael Stryder and Jamel A&R direction: Mitchell Cohen, Arranged and produced by MUZSE Mixed by Peter Mokran, Written and produced by Maxwell and Stuart Matthewman Mixed by Mike Pela, Written by Maxwell and Leon Ware Produced by Maxwell Mixed by Mike Pela, Written by Maxwell and Itaal Shir Produced by Maxwell Mixed by Mike Pela, Written by Maxwell and Hod David Produced by Maxwell Mixed by Mike Pela, Written by Maxwell and Hod David Produced by Maxwell and Peter Mokran Mixed by Peter Mokran, Written by Maxwell Produced by Maxwell and Peter Mokran Mixed by Peter Mokran, Produced by Maxwell Arranged by Maxwell and Federico Pena Mixed by Peter Mokran, ^shipments figures based on certification alone, "Sumthin' Sumthin'" was written by Maxwell and, The funk and gospel-influenced "Ascension (Don't Ever Wonder)" was co-written by, Track listing and credits as per liner notes for Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite album. Find out at which radio station you can hear MAXWELL - TIL THE COPS COME KNOCKIN' (LIVE MTV UNPLUGGED) MAXWELL - TIL THE COPS COME KNOCKIN' (LIVE MTV UNPLUGGED) - Listen on Online Radio Box This site uses cookies . [2] He was able to gain access to a 24 track recording studio and started to record songs for a demo tape, which he circulated among his friends. We're gonna be rockin', baby (Oh, oh, yeah) "[44] In The Rolling Stone Album Guide (2004), Arion Berger later said, "[Maxwell's] laid-back romanticism has heat at its core and a powerful groove that grounds the music: By varying the push of the beat but retaining the central mellow vibe, Maxwell creates a sound as felicitous on headphones as it is in the bedroom. "[23] The funk-influenced "Sumthin' Sumthin'", which was co-written by Leon Ware,[7] contains a strong, rhythmically tight groove created by the implementation of the "pocket" bass technique. I wanted people to come to the music and not base any opinion on the image". [26], After Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite was completed,[3] the finished recordings were presented to Columbia Records in mid 1995. Lyrics to ''Til the Cops Come Knockin'' by Maxwell. [3] On Maxwell's emergence with Urban Hang Suite, writer Carol Brennan cited him, along with the Fugees, D'Angelo and Tony Rich, as neo soul musicians that "exhibited the identifying characteristics of this new breed of R&B artists: lyrics that give voice to intense personal expression, creative control over the music, and a unexpectedly successful debut. View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 1996 CD release of Til The Cops Come Knockin' The Opus on Discogs. [6], Production assistance and instrumentation from such veteran session musicians contributed significantly to Urban Hang Suite's vintage overtones and classic R&B influences. Wasn't it cool when first I kissed yo lips? There won't be no "Ascension (Don't Ever Wonder)" is a 1996 song by the American R&B/neo soul singer Maxwell. [54][55] However, in contrast to D'Angelo, Maxwell was more conventional in his approach on his debut album. Editors’ Notes Maxwell was only 23 when his debut was released in 1996, and it’s hard to overestimate the courage and maturity it took to create an album like Urban Hang Suite at that time. If it's alright, ooh [1] During the recording sessions, Maxwell worked extensively with collaborators, including Matthewman, soul singer-songwriter Leon Ware, and funk guitarist Melvin "Wah-Wah Watson" Ragin. 'Til the cops come knockin' 'Til the cops come knockin' [25], Cited by Blender magazine as one of the "Greatest Make-Out Songs of All Time", "...Til the Cops Come Knockin'" contains sexually explicit lyrics and a slower tempo than its preceding tracks. Tease you (Ooh, hoo, hoo) Or were you embarrassed about the way you freaked? [20] On April 20, it made its chart debut at number 38 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums in the United States. [2] Matthewman and Maxwell played several instruments during recording for the album, including guitar, drums, saxophone, bass, and keyboards. [41][59] His concert performances in promotion of the album attracted many female fans. [43] In American Visions, Michael George wrote, "In an age where young, black artists are criticized (often rightly so) for misogynistic lyrics, Maxwell's focus on commitment is refreshing. Didn't you dig the way I rubbed yo back girl? [3] According to him, the R&B of the early 1980s contained "the perfect combination of computerized instrumentation with a live feel", and that the genre's dynamics later became lost due to the influence of hip hop on R&B. Wasn't it cool when I first kissed yo lips? 'Til the cops come knockin' There won't be no stoppin' me Papa gonna have to leave 'Til the cops come knockin' Gonna take you in the room suga' Lock you up and love for days We're gonna be rockin' baby 'Til the cops come knockin' Papa gonna have to leave A message on the telephone baby There won't be no 'Til the cops come knockin' Please you, tease you, eat you Make you feel so good (Make you feel so good inside) [1], Maxwell recorded his debut album between 1994 and 1995 at Electric Lady Studios, RPM Studios, Sorcerer Studios and Chung King Studios in New York City, and at CRC Studios in Chicago, Illinois. Gonna take you in the room, sugar According to Prince biographer Alex Hahn, Maxwell adopts the singer's sound and style, particularly from songs such as "Do Me, Baby" (1982) and "Pink Cashmere" (1993), while The New York Times's Amy Linden said that he "melds a soft-spoken singing style with the fluid, spacious gr… [2] Despite facing ridicule from classmates for being shy and awkward, he progressed and continued to develop his musical abilities. [8][16] In an interview with music journalist Mark Coleman, Maxwell cited his respect for African-American women as the inspiration for the respectful nature of his lyrics towards women. Well, I wanna hold you (I wanna hold you) I'm open (Wider than oceans), baby Gonna take you in the room, sugar Watch the video for ...Til the Cops Come Knockin' from Maxwell's Maxwell's Urban Hang Suite for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. [3] One sold-out concert at New York City's Radio City Music Hall was praised by Rolling Stone, who compared him to R&B singers such as Gaye, Prince, Frankie Beverly, and Luther Vandross. Make you feel so good inside 'Til the cops come knockin' [2], Maxwell's following studio albums were received less enthusiastically by critics, who were more critical of his songwriting on his next two studio albums, Embrya (1998) and Now (2001). 0 Tags. Or were you embarrassed about the way you freaked. View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 1996 CD release of Til The Cops Come Knockin' on Discogs. Gimme a call, it's cool, the M's all open Maxwell ‎– Til The Cops Come Knockin Label: Columbia ‎– SAMPCD 3316, Columbia ‎– 11-003316-17 Format: CD, Single, Promo Country: Austria Released: 1996 Genre: Funk / Soul. He was credited with shaping the "neo soul" movement of musicians that rose to prominence during the late 1990s. Was it enough to penetrate your dark world? [4][14] The tempo of the songs slowly diminishes through the course of the album's songs. After receiving a low-cost Casio keyboard from a friend, Brooklyn, New York-native Maxwell began composing material at age 17. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. ('Til the cops come, I'm gonna love you, baby) [2] Maxwell made matters worse by refusing to allow his picture to be placed on the album's front cover; instead he preferred to have the track listing and other information he felt was more important about the album in place of his photo. Stream ad-free or purchase CD's and MP3s now on Amazon.com. [7] After the recording sessions ended in March 1995,[2] Urban Hang Suite was mixed by P.M. (Peter Mokran) and audio engineer Mike Pela, after which it was mastered by Tom Coyne at Sterling Sound in New York City. 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