LIFE ON EARTH 05/27/2008 After releasing two volumes of

After releasing two volumes of original

The album's stunning closer

which even bears metal influences at times (see the Iron Maiden-like lead riffs on "Dead on Arrival")

and a mood that leans into darkness before ultimately finding the light

On "Dancing In The Street" the band tries to stay true to the vibe of the original tune while still injecting the Van Halen sound

LIFE ON EARTH 05/27/2008 After releasing two volumes ofAudio Mixer: Blake Eiseman. Recording information: Castle Hill Studios, Atlanta, GA; The Corner Studios, Noho, CA. Photographer: Lionel Deluy. Life on Earth is Taalib Johnson's first proper album in five years, and his first set released outside the major label system. After six albums for Def Soul and Atlantic, and the Shanachie supported 9ine, a reggae oriented Syleena Johnson collaboration, the singer known as Musiq Soulchild resurfaces on My