Well, it’s not that new: Lay It Down was released in late May. But it’s one of the best albums I’ve heard all year. (My pal Joe Keyes is the person who tipped me off to how excellent this disc is.) If I told you it was recorded in 1976, you would believe me. Everything has a real analog feel, thanks to the spare production by James Poyser and Questlove of the Roots. Questlove also played most or all of the drums on the record.
Al Green is singing about as well as I’ve ever heard him. Here’s the second track, “Just for Me.” You can buy Lay It Down here.
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