Love Me Back J * * * *

Those who found their way to the Philly soul belter's debut album, Fearless, were wowed by a mighty voice with a great sense of presence and a bunch of fine songs. Two years on, Love Me Backfeatures a 23- year-old who has become very comfortable in her skin. Unlike other would-be r'n'b queenpins, Sullivan is the real deal, a singer whose voice has the panache and range to convey a whole array of emotions without lashing on the false dramatics. While some heavyweight names have signed on – Salaam Remi is back at the soundboard, Missy Elliott produced Holding You Downand Ne-Yo busts a gut on U Get on My Nerves– it's Sullivan who is really calling the shots as she purrs on Don't Make Me Waitand rocks on Love You Long Time. A snappy, engaging, formidable talent. See jazminesullivanmusic. com JIM CARROLL

Download tracks: Holding You Down, U Get on My Nerves, Don't Make Me Wait