767981117928
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Diamond In The Rough

Syl Johnson

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Format: LP

Cat No: FPH11791

Release Date:  06 August 2010

Label:  Fat Possum

Packaging Type:  Jewel Case

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  767981117928

Genres:  R&B  R&B  

Release Date:  03 March 2023

Label:  Fat Possum

Packaging Type:  Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  767981117911

Genres:  R&B  R&B  

  • Description

    This second of three underrated releases for Hi finds Syl Johnson slowly but surely transforming from a credulous loser into a standup guy no one messes around with. Diamond in the Rough could be viewed as a creative bridge between the slightly formulaic Hi approach of 1973's Back for a Taste of Your Love and the more bluesy and rewarding Total Explosion from 1975. Different from the southern soul belter which distinguished fellow Hi second leaguers Otis Clay and O.V. Wright, Johnson's unique feat lies in his earnest yet sometimes ironic take on love and relationships.

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. N/A - Physical Only