Black Midnight Sun

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Author: Peterson, Lucky

Format: Import

PartNumber: 764911664323

Release Date: 06-05-2003

Details: Amazon.caGuitarist-organist-singer Peterson shatters the boundaries of blues to make his finest album. First, theres the sound: crystalline, enveloping, and beat-conscious thanks to producer and bassist Bill Laswell. Then there are the stories, which range from Petersons take on the two-timing « Jody » yarns that run through southern blues to the hard-edged contemplation of prejudice « Is It Because Im Black. » His taste in covers is great, too, from a New Orleans funk version of the overlooked Muddy Waters anti-war gem « Herbert Harpers Free Press News » to obscure soul demigod Howard Tates « Shes a Burglar » to Sly Stones « Thank You for Talkin to Me Africa. » And jazz genius Henry Threadgill’s flute helps Peterson transform Howlin Wolfs « Smokestack Lightnin » into an ethereal psychedelic trip. Best of all, though, is the sheer visceral quality of Petersons performances. His singing is strong, confident, and low-pitched, and his guitar is especially artful and gritty, finally matching the power of his organ virtuosity. Put this one on 2003s « best-of » list. –Ted Drozdowski

UPC: 764911664323

EAN: 0764911664323

Model: 764911664323

Languages: English

Binding: audioCD

Item Condition: UsedVeryGood