It never feels good when an artist re-records their classic album from scratch, as such an approach speaks volumes of creative stagnation at play, yet this rule doesn’t apply when the blues come calling. Kenny Wayne Shepherd‘s first platter “Ledbetter Heights” felt like a breath of fresh air back in 1995, because the 18-year-old musician demonstrated a great depth of vision in his chosen genre, but the genre in question requires a real maturity, which is tied to a person age. That’s why, perhaps, Shepherd decided to mark the three-decade anniversary of his debut with a new version of the same set.
“Ledbetter Heights: The 30th Anniversary Sessions” that’s out on Nay 8th follows the original release, up to including “While We Cry” in a concert variant, while presenting a different line-up. A slightly pointless, albeit interesting offering.
Ledbetter Heights:
The 30th Anniversary Sessions
1. Born With A Broken Heart
2. Deja Voodoo
3. Aberdeen
4. Shame, Shame, Shame
5. One Foot On The Path
6. Everybody Gets The Blues
7. While We Cry (live)
8. I’m Leaving You (Commit A Crime)
9. (Let Me Up) I’ve Had Enough
10. Riverside
11. What’s Goin’ Down
12. Ledbetter Heights
