ROBIN TROWER – Time And Emotion (2017)
One of the most influential electric guitarists from the modern era, Mr. ROBIN TROWER, is back with a new album titled “Time And Emotion”, perhaps his best since the last 30 years. It’s not that Trower’s recent efforts are not worthy, but rather that, this new release “Time And Emotion” is so darn good.
“I can honestly say I don’t know when I have been happier with an album,” says Robin Trower. “I feel Time And Emotion contains some of my very best work.”
And indeed, this is some kind of a classic rock lesson.
“The Land of Plenty” opens the album with that distorted, loud and wah-wah soaked Fender guitar that has made Robin a god among men among guitar nerds. “What Was I Really Worth to You” follows the opening track up and proves right away this is not one of those albums by older dudes with one song that is killer followed by ‘filler’.
Nope… this offering is solid from beginning to end.
Robin also trots out more traditional blues sounds on songs like “If You Believe Me” and “Returned in Kind.” Both are over seven minutes in length and features a boat load of guitar solos.
On “You’re the One” his inner mellow Hendrix influence comes out loud and clear. The song is simply beautiful, magical and mystical at the same time.
This release winds down by finishing with the title track, a sultry tune that makes you want to start the disc over.
Robin Trower is a consummate musician who is still perfecting his craft after decades influencing his peers. He is a master at what he does and refuses to rest on his laurels.
As usual, on “Time And Emotion” his smooth guitar licks, screaming solos and ethereal bluesy vocals keep the listener hooked. This terrific musician has a vibe, a voice and a presence on his instrument that transcends time and space. He plays from the soul and he is as intoxicated from the music he creates as his listeners.
If you love electric guitar at the service of the song then you will love this album. It is sly, sleek and soothing at times and rocking and rolling other times. This guy can play. It really is that simple.
As mentioned above, a really enjoyable classic rock lesson.
Easily Recommended
01 – The Land Of Plenty
02 – What Was I Really Worth To You
03 – I’m Gone
04 – Bitten By The Snake
05 – Returned In Kind
06 – If You Believe In Me
07 – You’re The One
08 – Can’t Turn Back The Clock
09 – Make Up Your Mind
10 – Try Love
11 – Time And Emotion
Robin Trower – Vocals, guitar, bass
Livingstone Brown – Bass, keyboards
Chris Taggart – Drums
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