Working with producer Eric Corne, Joe Louis Walker constructs Weight of the World as something of a showcase for his own diversity. Grounding himself in soul-blues, Walker stretches this form to include the string-drenched "Hello, It's the Blues" and the jaunty, organ-driven jazz of "You Got Me Whipped," as well as the funky workouts of "Count Your Chickens" and "Waking Up the Dead." Groove may be at the forefront here, but there's still plenty of space for Walker's guitar and robust vocals, elements that may be familiar ...
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Working with producer Eric Corne, Joe Louis Walker constructs Weight of the World as something of a showcase for his own diversity. Grounding himself in soul-blues, Walker stretches this form to include the string-drenched "Hello, It's the Blues" and the jaunty, organ-driven jazz of "You Got Me Whipped," as well as the funky workouts of "Count Your Chickens" and "Waking Up the Dead." Groove may be at the forefront here, but there's still plenty of space for Walker's guitar and robust vocals, elements that may be familiar yet aren't worn. He plays with vigor throughout Weight of the World, while Corne keeps things lean, tight, and efficient, a combination that results in a rollicking good time. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rovi
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