You Can Always Turn Around

You Can Always Turn Around

Lucky Peterson got an early break in the music business, hitting the charts at age six with the Willie Dixon-produced “1-2-3-4.” As a late teen, he played behind Little Milton and Bobby “Blue” Bland. His solo career has been rich and rewarding. 2010’s You Can Always Turn Around” is filled with classic tunes from familiar and unexpected places: Blues classics such as “I Believe I’ll Dust My Broom,” “Statesboro Blues” and “Death Don’t Have No Mercy.” However, the addition of Lucinda Williams’ “Atonement” and Tom Waits’ “Trampled Rose” are two welcomed challenges. Peterson’s soulful take on each is heartfelt; Waits’ tune becomes less weird and Williams’ tune gets even greasier as it turns into a last-chance gospel shout. Bill Callahan’s “I’m New Here,” which was also the title track of Gil Scott-Heron’s 2010 album, finds a different life with Peterson, who grabbed one of the song’s lyric for this album’s title. Legendary guitarist Larry Campbell, who has served as Bob Dylan’s right-hand man, helps keep the fireplay in action.

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