A fusion of his own light
reggae
singing, urban-contemporary production qualities, and mid-tempo
trip-hop
rambling,
Finley Quaye
's debut album is an enjoyable effort. Particularly impressive is the range of
Quaye
's voice, from a distinctive high tenor to barely audible whispering. In fact, the only problem with
Maverick a Strike
is the singer's lack of emotion; even while his voice stretches out on the highlight,
"I Need a Lover,"
it doesn't appear as though he cares much about the song. ~ John Bush