Ne-Yo

Ne-Yo (born Shaffer Chimere Smith) is an American singer, songwriter and producer known for R&B and pop songs and albums since the mid-2000s.

Review notes: credited as a songwriter/producer for other artists (mentioned: Rihanna, Beyoncé, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey) and inspired by Michael Jackson; the review describes him as 'half African-American and half Chinese-American' and states he worked on a planned Michael Jackson comeback. (All items are drawn from the provided review.)

The review positions Ne-Yo as an R&B/pop craftsman inspired by Michael Jackson. Libra Scale mixes glossy R&B, soul and occasional Euro-pop. The lead single 'Beautiful Monster' leans dancey while much of the album returns to mature R&B. Overall judged homogeneous and pleasant but not adventurous, with a few notable tracks.

For:R&B and pop listeners; readers of album criticism; Ne-Yo fans