Here is what the British music publication "Blues & Soul" had to say about this new album: “Whether she likes it or not, just as long as Adriana Evans keeps making music like this she will continue to be categorized as “neo-soul”. If we were to attempt definition of said genre we might talk about organic music, real instrumentation, meaningful lyrics and committed vocals. You’ll find all that here but what makes El Camino different to say the neo soul of Dwele and India Arie is the lightness and joy in the music. This album seems to float on an air of optimism, which might be explained by the singer’s love affair with Brazil – a country we’re told, where despite economic hardships, life seems fresher and freer. Indeed Latin rhythms provide the overriding flavor of the album which opens with the gentle bossa of “Hey Now”. However, “Blue Bird In Bahia” and the title track offer the most overt Brazilian feeling – both with luscious Jobim style guitar. But Ms. Evans, remember, has family roots in jazz and “Blue Bird” and “Same As Ever I Was” have a great loose jazz feeling to them while “World On Fire” is just a great soul groove. For my sins, I found myself going back to “All For Love” – chiefly ‘cos the brass stabs reminded me of vintage Bacharach. In truth though, this isn’t an album of one-off tracks. Here we’re talking about an organic sound that develops though the 12 songs. “El Camino”, the notes say, means “path”. I’d always thought it meant more of a pilgrimage – a spiritual journey if you would… and there's lots of spirituality here, and to me spirituality equates with soul.”
Posted by Peter Böhi at February 17, 2007 2:05 PM

Amazing, I mean each and every track. That is not an understatement. Although I absolutely love her self entitled album, I skipped two or three tracks. Sometimes that happens though, no knock on her. I think she is a beautiful person in and out. THIS album though, is not of this world to me, it's as if Minnie, MTV Unplugged Lauryn Hill, 2nd album Jill Scott decided to duet together with God as the producer. I mean this album is all that and then some. Thanks for allowing God to flow through you Adriana, peace.
J. morgan

Oh yes! This is definitely up my street. The long-awaited El Camino set will sure to please those who fell in love with this Lady back to her debut set an incredible decade ago.
I was immediately impressed with the funky drum and guitar laced swayer which is “Hey Now”. This basically sets the stall out for the album. There is more of this vibe from “All For Love” which utilizes more by way of horns and vibes – and hurray for that! The contemporary sounding “Calling Me” is both haunting and club worthy in the same breath. Adriana Evans and producer Jonathan Scott have expertly molded the surreal with the club sound and have made a fantastic track to boot. There is little today that sounds as good or fresh as this track.

“Underneath The Stars” is lovely, simply put. Adriana gives a beautiful vocal performance here and again proves that she is a real star. The (dare I call it) old school feel to “Before You” unashamedly lures us into the much longed for Summer; warm breezes and blue skies. Talking of which we move onto the dreamy and jazzy “Blue Bird” which has some tasty horns which reminds me of Roy Ayers' mid 70s efforts than anything else. Additionally, “Blue Bird In Bahia” is a real killer. I am a sucker for a Brazilian rhythm. There is something so primal about the percussion...anyone who has encountered Shamanic drumming will know what I mean. It carries the listener aloft to higher places, and the heady instrumentation on this song is second to none. I have played this song to death, and I will always be spinning this track, possibly more than any other on here.

“Never Knew” is more gentle, the light percussion, Latin guitar and flute intertwine producing a most relaxing aural brew. “World On Fire” is more contemporary and the back beat more programmed. Its lyrics are damning of the current situation in Darfur and the repeating question “Tell Me Why” is of course, rhetorical. However the fact that there is no real answer is the most upsetting of all. Nice to see some social consciousness creeping back into today's R&B. And, if you want a full-blown foray into political comment then please check out the latest Donnie album on the UK Dome label. Powerful stuff.

I was impressed with the summery “Undercover Lover” which takes us back to more personal issues, and the excitement of sparks flying between two people. There is nothing better on Earth than that. This very healthy set closes with the superb – if criminally short – title track, “El Camino”. Again, the Latin flavor is strong and the emphasis is on Adriana's gorgeous harmonies. A beautiful, beautiful Lady with a beautiful, beautiful voice. Do not miss!
-Barry Towler

El Camino definitely isn’t a “skip-over to the good songs” album because all the songs are perfectly crafted and easy to listen to. Anyone who appreciates Sade’s smoothness, Jill Scott’s powerful vocals and the styles of legends such as Billie Holiday and Dinah Washington will definitely appreciate El Camino. Evans’ voice can best be described as unearthly (in a heavenly sense) because it’s strong but not forcefully so and light enough to let your mind drift into your favorite place. But don’t expect an album that’s limited because Adriana Evans is a vet of infusing styles that may not obviously fit together. And though the 12-track album is reminiscent of her debut with its summery jazzy vibe, it takes it to “a whole "nother level” as she weaves a beautiful tapestry of sounds into every song.