Indie rock and roots stalwart Bloodshot Records has gone soul, thanks to the smooth and sundry stylings of JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound. The Chicagoan and his backing trio are out with their second album, Want More. With a Motown sound peppered with funk and garage rock attitude, Brooks and the band create a unique twist on an old favorite. The 11 tracks, which include two covers, are pure pleasure; standouts include “Everything Will Be Fine”, “Baaadnews”, and a soulful take on Wilco’s “I Am Trying to Break Your Heart.” Fans of Black Joe Lewis and Sharon Jones and The Dap-Kings are sure to dig this fantastic album. – Written by SMarx
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