Charlie Bereal—the GRAMMY-nominated multi-instrumentalist behind a few of R&B’s most iconic hits—is again along with his newest single, “Chocolate Woman.” Released through Death Row Records/gamma., the observe is a masterclass in trendy soul, exploring the delicate stability of affection, respect, and reciprocity.
Building on the success of his debut album, Walk With The Father, Bereal leans into his repute as a “musician’s musician.” The observe encompasses a wealthy, live-instrument tapestry of trumpets, chimes, and his signature guitar work, evoking the timeless spirit of legends like Teddy Pendergrass and Curtis Mayfield. While he has spent years shaping the sound of trade giants—contributing to hits like Aaliyah’s “More Than a Woman” and Missy Elliott’s “One Minute Man”—Bereal is now firmly within the highlight, mixing his Pasadena gospel roots with a cinematic R&B sensibility that’s each private and profound.
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