Levon Helm is Electric

Levon Helm, mostly known for his work with the Band, has released a new album, 'Electric Dirt'. It is the follow up to his critically acclaimed 2007 album 'Dirt Farmer'.

Where 'Dirt Farmer' had a rustic intimacy about it, 'Electric Dirt' brings out the soulful side. Filled a mix of folk, blues, soul and gospel tunes it is a great listen from start to finish.

It starts strong with a version of the Grateful Dead's tune "Tennessee Jed", one of the best versions my ears have had the pleasure of listening to. From there it just gets better.

With songs from such artists as Muddy Waters, "You Can't Lose What You Ain't Never Had" and "Stuff You Gotta Watch", The Staples Singers, "Move Along Rain" and Randy Newman, "Kingfish" to name a few you can't not help but to enjoy this record.

If you are looking for good music, not the usual crap record companies are pedaling out there these days, then check this album out. Definitely one of the best releases this year.