℗ 2012 Delmark Records DE 823
«DELTA BOUND», celebrates Mississippi Heat's 20th anniversary and is both a showcase for fresh material, mostly written by leader Pierre Lacocque, and an affectionate look back - Deitra Farr has returned to sing a few songs; guitarist Billy Flynn, another early member, is also on hand to contribute his deft meld of rootsy integrity and forward-looking flash. And as usual, the special guests - including zydeco great Chubby Carrier and fretboard mainstay Carl Weathersby - ignite almost as many sparks as the core unit itself. — David Whiteis. |