The queue would be a mile long and ten deep to witness such an event, surely!!For now though we can content ourselves with the elation that flows from every bar, chord and riff.Where the main man’s previous album Battle Scars is an introspective examination of personal mortality, We’re All In This Together looks to a bright future with Trout’s rejuvenation and profound gratitude for having survived serious illness brought to the fore through what is some immaculate playing and vocal dexterity.
Kenny Wayne Shepherd’s contribution to the opening Gonna Hurt Like Hell is mesmeric. The track’s duelling and underscoring being a testament to both men’s mutual respect and understanding of each other’s craft; it’s raw edginess making it appear as though Shepherd has simply wandered in and jammed to his heart’s content.
In fact the whole album has this feel, as though it is just one big party that’s taking place and that we are ourselves invited to witness. Charlie Musselwhite’s rich harmonica on the soulful The Other Side of the Pillow is transcendent, whereas Eric Gales’ slick energy and pure vocals on Somebody Goin’ Down are an absolute revolution in what makes a single moment stick around a long, long time.
