Chicago native Luke Frees plays guitar, piano, and bass, among other instruments, and writes original songs. Beginning as a solo artist in Chicago, Luke eventually enrolled in Boston's renowned Berklee College of Music to study composition. After graduating from Berklee, Luke moved back to Chicago and teamed up with fellow musician Gary to make music that would leave an indelible mark on listeners. Luke was a part...

By eliminating potential sources of distraction, he succeeded in his goal of making this song compelling and interesting. The new single "Cherry," featuring the seductive singing of French vocalist Kenri Louis, is the fruit of his labor. The audience is more likely to be transported into another world when listening to music that mixes sensuality and captivating vocals. That's the song's first redeeming feature. Deep understanding is...