Calvin Richardson - 2_35 PM (2003)

 

2:35 PM is the second studio album American singer-songwriter Calvin Richardson. It was released on September 16, 2003 via Hollywood Records. Titled after the time of day that his son Souljah was born, production on the album was handled by Raphael Saadiq, Slum Village, Darren Lighty, DJ Eddie F, Jake & Trev, Mike City and The Underdogs, with co-producers Jake and the Phatman and Jon Lind serving as additional producer. 2:35 PM also features a guest appearance from Slum Village.

The album earned largely positive reviews from music critics who complimented Richardson's vocal and produding talents, though some found that 2:35 PM was uneven and formulaic. The album debuted at number 65 on the US Billboard 200 and number 8 on the US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums. While none of its singles managed to reach the Billboard Hot 100, lead single "Keep on Pushin'" made it to number 20 on the Adult R&B Airplay, with follow-up "Not Like This" peaking at number 36 on the same chart.