Dirt On My Diamonds Volume 2
Mascot/Provogue, 2024
9/10
Listen to Dirt On My Diamonds Volume 2
The sophomore installment of Shepherd’s powerful series, the 8 tracks here embrace plenty of grooves and energy.
The rhythmic and melodic “I Got A Woman” starts the listen with Shepherd’s inimitable vocals that help balance rugged and harmonic gestures, and “The Middle” follows with bouncy drums and animated brass that complement the timeless blues nods.
Halfway through, “Long Way Down” comes with dense guitars and flowing vocals that are matched by the dynamic rhythm section, while “Never Made It To Memphis” carries plenty of southern spirit via the modern rock qualities and soulful backing vocals.
“Pressure” and “She Loves My Automobile” exit the listen. The former flirts with funk thanks to the frisky horns, and the latter is a busy and dance floor ready finish that will get your body moving.
Much like everything Shepherd does, this is top notch blues, modern and classic rock packed into meticulous and memorable songwriting that continues to justify his worldwide fame.
Travels well with: Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band- Trouble Is… 25; The Georgia Thunderbolts- Rise Above It All