In his joyous debut solo album, Jesse McCartney merges his smooth pop-rock vocals with soul inflections, a cascade of infectious grooves, playful dance beats, and countless instantly-memorable hooks. ?With catchy tracks and an emotive voice, 17-year-old McCartney revs up his musical appeal and unleashes a winning blend of heartfelt love songs and immensely appealing slices of club-friendly, soul-infused pop.

　　I guess you could call my style blue-eyed soul, says the green-eyed singer. When asked who his favorite singers are, he answers, I never had an easy time deciding who my favorite singer or main influences are. There are too many. Jesse has blended his own unique sound with inspiration ranging from James Taylor to Stevie Wonder, Prince, Hall and Oates, and Babyface, as well as contemporaries like Daniel Bedingfield and Craig David.