Classic Soul, Vol. 1

is a collection of previously issued tracks from / singer . Nothing here will disappoint, for 's smoke and whiskey-tinged tenor is a throwback to the days when meant , . Woefully underappreciated, should appeal to fans of , the singer he most resembles. He tackles a tune here, and it is a spot-on version that would pass a blindfold test. Highlights include the opening track, but don't stop there. Like could sing a dinner menu and make it a classic. ~ Steve Leggett