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| 23:12 Tue 06 Jan 2009 |
Al Green - 'Lay It Down' |
Tuesday, 01 July 2008 |
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 Unlimited credits are in the offing for whoever brought the majestic Al Green together with producers Guestlove and James Poyser. Green’s new album, ‘Lay It Down’, is the best cut of soul you’re likely to hear all year. With guest spots featuring Anthony Hamilton and John Legend this is one very modern album and an absolutely essential addition to your Al Green collection. The other essential Al Green albums?! The Cool Hunter has you covered. Let’s Stay Together – 1972 No introduction needed, with a title track that stayed at number one in the US for nine consecutive weeks. The rest of the album may not have been chart-worthy, but it’s nevertheless just as strong. The Belle Album – 1977 Expected at the time to be his last secular LP, Green produces himself and lets loose a cracking series of meditations from a man caught between the religious and the secular. I’m Still In Love With You - 1972 Released at Christmas of 1972 this, the most slickly romantic of Green’s albums, begs to be busted out next to a roaring fireplace with only the most special of wine and women in accompaniment. Get’s Next To You – 1971 The template-setter for the early 70s Green albums, this sounds like tightly reigned wanton madness. Absolutely brilliant. Call Me – 1973 Built on Willie Mitchell’s fastidious production, this is Green’s artistic zenith. An absolutely striking masterpiece that totally beguiles the listener. A masterpiece. By Nick Christie. |
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