Product Description

'Baptism' is the seventh album from Lenny Kravitz and his first since 2001's 'Lenny'. Recorded, produced, and played byKravitz himself, the album continues in the vein of previous work, a mix of sixties and seventies style rock with a modern twist. There is also a guest appearance from US rapper Jay-Z.

Track Listing

1. Minister Of Rock 'n' Roll
2. I Don't Want To Be A Star
3. Lady
4. Calling All Angels
5. California
6. Sistamamalover
7. Where Are We Runnin'
8. Baptized
9. Flash
10. What Did I Do With My Life
11. Storm - Kravitz, Lenny & Jay-Z
12. Other Side
13. Destiny

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #58873 in Music
• Released on: 2004-05-17
• Number of discs: 1
• Format: Enhanced

Amazon.co.uk Review
On Baptism, his seventh album, Lenny Kravitz writes, arranges, performs and produces every track. The trouble with working alone is that there's little quality control; some of the songs here really could have benefited from a bit of that. Not to say that Baptism is a complete dud of an album, indeed, the worst thing about it is its awful cover. "California" has a catchy, power pop bounce thats actually reminiscent of Fountains of Wayne, with its fuzzy guitars and handclaps, as well as its un-Kravitz-like short running time (just over two-and-a-half minutes). But then "Sistamamalover" veers deep into Prince territory, with a groove that's too contrived, too dull and too long. And there's some of the self-indulgence of the satisfied, middle-aged rocker apparent on "Minister of Rock & Roll" and "I Don't Want to Be a Star" (it's easy to sing about wanting only "a Chevy and an old guitar" when you're living in a massive mansion). The best tracks are the most straightforward, fun ones: the aforementioned "California", the ZZ Top-inspired "Where Are We Runnin'?" and the Stones-sounding "Flash". Kravitz should loosen up more and leave the angst to the teenagers. --Robert Burrow

Album Description
With Baptism, Lenny Kravitz is reborn. He comes full circle in his career, ready to close out one cycle and embrace the beginning of another. With its charged, elegant rock & roll; its brazen riffs and heartfelt lyrics, Kravitz has made a revealing album that stands as a tribute to the basics in life.

Customer Reviews

Baptism Album
I have started to listen to Lenny alot after first seeing him Jam with Prince in concert...yeah i am a funky fan. I have brought 2-3 of Lenny's albums and i have to say i am not dissapointed one little bit...Baptism is way up there with my best albums! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! go buy now....!

An Album to listen over and over again!
Whan I first listened to this album I was disappointed. Maybe because my expectations were high. Then, the second time it sounded differently. I don't know why but somehow I learned to listen to it. Each time I play this CD I like it more and more and now I love it. Lenny is fantastic and his music superb. A great album this is. It's 'a must buy'. You won't regret it.

Awesome!
This album is totally awesome!!!!
If u love Lenny u will love this - original rock from one of the most original rockers of 2day! Best tracks: California and Baptism