Consumer Guide Album

Stormin' Norman & Suzy: Ocean of Love [Polydor, 1978]
If anything, this intelligent major-label debut is a half-step down. There are no disabling gaffes, and in theory it's good for Suzy to sing more and Norman less; her big, sad, cheerful voice sounds more like itself, too. But despite the ocean noises and "The Gallant Balloonist" and a coda that goes "socked right in the kisser--right in the eye," this is definitely an attempt at de-zanification. And what the world needs from Suzy Williams is not another chick--oops, woman, forgot about "You Keep Me Cryin'"--singer. It's Suzy. B