SKUNKMELLO - GUY DAVIS
Davis has been turning out extraordinary records for Red House since 1995, but “Skunkmello” is one of his most compelling to date. The album is loaded with originals, some inspired by family members. “Hooking Bull at the Landing” is based on an expression Davis’ late father, the actor Ossie Davis, was fond of repeating. Davis also lays down three covers, including an excellent, extended rendition of the classic “Going Down Slow” and a choice acoustic version of the Tommy Johnson song “Maggie Campbell Blues.” Davis does a fine job of mixing elemental country blues like “Blackberry Ramble” with more contemporary arrangements like “It Takes Love to Make a Home.” –Billboard
