Lee Fields is a true master at work. You can hear it in his voice - this is someone who has been singing his whole life, and loves every moment of it. On Emma Jean, his 13th(!) studio album, Fields continues to pour all his heart and soul into his craft. From the opening cover of JJ Cale's "Magnolia," the upbeat "Standing By Our Side," the heavy ballad "Eye To Eye," and the O'Jay's-esque "All I Need," Fields' proves his talents and vocal range are peerless. With The Expressions holding it down as the backing band, you can bet this album never misses a beat. Pressed up of cherry red vinyl with free MP3.

• music label: Truth & Soul 2014

reviewed by TKB 06/2014