John Paul Keith – the rhythm of the city lp

Vijfde lp van John Paul Keith, op het Italiaanse Wild Honey Records. Nog minder powerpop en nog meer soul dan voorheen, vooral dankzij de blazers. Keith komt dan ook uit de buurt van Memphis. De eerste ook die hij zelf produceerde. ‘The Rhythm of the City’ finds him expanding his approach on a horn-heavy 10-song collection thats in thrall to the classic sounds of Bluff City soul and rock and roll. Conjuring up his own unique musical melange -a sweet spot where the sound of Sun blues, Stax soul, and Hi R&B all meet – its a record steeped in the geography and culture of Memphis, which Keith has called home for the last 15 years. “The vibe came about organically from playing Beale Street and Graceland and working with horn sections more frequently the last few years,” says Keith.’ Luister op bandcamp.