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Title: Slight letdown
Review: While this is a good blues record, it hardly compares to Bell's previous effort, Kiss of Sweet Blues. That album sparkled thanks to Bell's sublime guitarwork. But that, unfortunately, is not the centerpiece it should be this time around. Instead what we have is solid blues, fine standards, and, overall, a weaker album. Another change, this time for the positive, is Bell's increased vocal prowess. But what I miss is that sweet guitar. A nice bonus is the addition of the final four tracks, all solo Lurrie Bell, practicing in the studio. They provide an interesting insight on Bell's raw talent, which, as he proved on his previous album and occasionally on this one, is tremendous.
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