This is the "Doggs" 26th studio album there is a 27th but its a re-issue of one of his old albums with no extra tracks on. This guy has always fascinated me for his "dont give a shit" attitude to the record companys and his ability to write and create great soul music. In 1954, 12 year old Jerry Williams, then
performing under the name Little Jerry Williams, made his first
recording for Mechanic Records, a blues stomp with a shockingly mature
vocal performance. Through the 60"s Williams' career developed with a
number of successful singles, including 'I'm the Lover Man' and 'Baby
You're My Everything', as well as writing and producing hits for Dee Dee
Warwick, Doris Duke, and Patti LaBelle and the Blue Belles. 50
years after "Total Destruction" introduced Swamp Dogg to an unprepared
world, and nearly 70 since Little Jerry Williams went into the studio
for Mechanic, Williams brings us I Need A Job' So I Can Buy More
Autotune. A spiritual successor to 2018's hit "Love, Loss and Autotune"(COMING SOON WHEN I FIND IT),
this album continues to push Swamp's sonic exploration of the effect as
one of his many creative weapons. The album neatly balances
sleek modern production techniques with that classic Dogg sound that has
anchored William's music since the 70s. Subtle yet soulful drumming,
skin-tight horn grooves and meandering funk guitar leads create a sonic
landscape fitting Swamp Dogg's iconic croon. At 78, Swamp Dogg is as sharp of a singer
and songwriter as ever. His raunchy yet charismatic sense of humour
takes a more forward role on "I Need a Job... So I Can Buy More Autotune",
with earnestly delivered lyrics about all day sex and an entire song
dedicated to the perils of "Cheating In The Daylight" great duet with the legendary Willie Clayton, not to mention his great re-vamp Northern Dancer of Joe tex,s Classic i heard at the last gig i attended on the scene. Also coming soon are his complete Calla records Discogs when i hunt it out and rip, that is also essential for any fan of soul music!...i truly cannot get enough of this great performer!
AMM
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The Tasters!
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Amazing artist - have had this since it was first released, and I believe I have his entire discography. Saw him live once, several years ago. Was a great show, but it was way different than what you would expect - guy just dresses and looks like someone who could be sitting next to you at a neighborhood coffee shop, and not one of the pre-eminent soul musicians who ever recorded!
Many tnanks for spreading the gospel of the dawg, AMM!
Does Swamp need auto time me thinks not but I do cheers AMM
Thanks AMM for this and any future Swamp Dogg you find to post here.
Auto-tune always mystified me, and I want to keep it that way.
Thanks, AMM!
Underrated artist this guy to my opinion thanks for bringing him upfront!
Looks Interesting, and a great cover to boot.
Thanks AMM for this review
Another one to add to the Swamo Dogg collection. Thanks.
Many Thanks AMM for this great Album
THX AMM
thanks AMM looks good
Reb
He's a rarity for himself. Thanks for review, P.
This is another great album form the swamp i do have most of his as this as well but i have to agree this guys voices as always been special and love the lyrics what gifted man he is Thanks AMM
Cheers Pedro
Jerry don't need no auto-tune, but curious about this one.
Great review thanks AMM .
Thanks AMM for this review of this versatile artist.
Swamp Doggie lives his life as he feels. Thanks AMM for letting us hear part of his life.
Three great tasters MM, a yes please from me.
cheers,ELtel
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