Artist: Sharon Jones And The Dap Kings
Album: I learned the Hard Way
Worth Buying: Yep, every song.
You might be interested in this album if you are a fan of: Early Soul, R&B, and Motown.
Tell me more: When I first heard SJATDK’s 2008 release 100 Days 100 Nights, I was astounded by what an amazing groove machine it was and how authentic it all sounded. As if a lost Motown album had been unearthed and finally released now In the 21st Century.
With their new 2010 release I Learned the Hardway, little changes, but then I wouldn’t expect it to. This band juggles the immense task of creating authentic sounding early 60’s old school R&B, that sounds authentic to the era, honest to themselves as a band and never sounding like they are “trying to…..”.
That’s no small feat. A
And just like their last album, they make it look easy….trust me it isn’t.
The only differences might be some slightly darker themes to the songs this time around, maybe a bit less funk and bit more influence from 60’s girl groups, but otherwise this is another solid release, and if you are a fan of early Motown this is a no brainer…get it!
What about the packaging: Four panel digipak that is nicely designed to (once again) feel honest to the era. No booklet though, I was kinda hoping for lyrics, but oh well…...
Get it on CD
Right now only 6.99 on Mp3
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