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Down in New Orleans

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Audio CD (January 29, 2008)
Original Release Date: January 29, 2008
Number of Discs: 1
Label: Time Life Entertainment
ASIN: B000YXMMDG
In-Print Editions: Audio CD | MP3 Download

Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #7,030 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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For their new album four-time Grammy winners The Blind Boys of Alabama recorded in New Orleans for the first time in their almost 75 year history. Amongst the musicians supporting include legendary pianist/producer and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Allen Toussaint and The Preservation Hall Jazz Band. After performing together for over six decades, The Blind Boys of Alabama have enjoyed one of the more striking comebacks in recent memory. Their last several albums have earned these hipster septuagenarians the best reviews and record sales of their career, and a completely new, contemporary audience. This album is a fusion of style and nuance that links many disparate aspects, both chronological and geographical, of American musical tradition.

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5.0 out of 5 stars 70 Years of Joy, March 6, 2008

By	James Harrison (Melbourne, Australia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Formed 70 years ago with only Jimmy Carter remaining from the original group, these guys continue to provide joyfull uplifting music. This Soul/Gospel/Jazz influenced collection is helped along by being recorded in The Big Easy with assistance from Allen Toussaint,Hot 8 Brass Band ,the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and a hot rhythm section.
Any one who enjoys good music will enjoy this recording.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Down In New Orleans with The Blind Boys of Alabama, January 30, 2008

By	Patrick Davis (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews

With some amazing New Orleans musicians (even Allen Toussaint!) the Blind Boys of Alabama create one of their BEST albums yet. My favorite song on the album is "How I Got Over", the soulful vocals and bluesy music feels like a sunday morning gospel and blues concert. Highly recommended.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Their best work yet!, February 5, 2008

By	John Schrader (Oak Creek, WI United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This HAS to be The Blind Boys of Alabama's best work yet! The album is full of amazing talent, including the Hot 8 Brass Band, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band and even Allen Toussaint. My favorite song is "Free At Last," which I just saw them do on Conan O'Brien last week. If you're looking for a Blind Boys' record to buy this is the one - you won't be disappointed, I highly recommend it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars GOTTA GET IT!
Being from South Louisiana and spending a LOT of time in New Orleans, there is no way to avoid that New Orleans sound becoming a part of you. Read more

Published 26 days ago by Charles Cole

2.0 out of 5 stars Not impressed
I purchased this without hearing first based on a review in The Absolute Sound magazine. I do not like it at all. Read more

Published 11 months ago by Gerald N. Meredith

5.0 out of 5 stars A record as good as its cover
Had to give a shoutout to the great cover art, which looks like a weathered sign, and matches the rugged red clay harmonies on the record. Read more

Published 14 months ago by JRadz

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Music
As a Blind Boys fan, it's not surprising that I enjoy this CD but having their vocals combined with New Orleans-style music makes this special. I highly recommend this.

Published 16 months ago by Joel F. Orton

5.0 out of 5 stars This album is GREAT!
"Down In New Orleans" is awesome! Traditional Blind Boys of Alabama gospel/blues with a New Orleans flavor. This album is GREAT!

Published 17 months ago by Sharon Jones

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