Name: Emma Jean
Brand: Lee Fields

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TRSO26

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2014-06-09

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Scorpio

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Standard:20

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Lee Fields

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Funk / Soul

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Truth and Soul

Truth & Soul is a record label and production house that specializes in creating deep funk and soul music. Founded by Leon Michels and Jeff Silverman (aka Jeff Dynamite) in 2003, the label has cultivated an innovative sound inspired by the warm analog aesthetic of early soul records while also pushing the boundaries of modern music.

The label is known for its commitment to producing high-quality music that captures the essence of classic soul while infusing it with a fresh and contemporary twist. With a roster of talented artists, Truth & Soul has consistently delivered captivating and authentic sounds that resonate with fans around the world.

Since its inception, Truth & Soul has been at the forefront of the deep funk and soul revival movement, garnering critical acclaim for their meticulous attention to detail in both production and songwriting. Their dedication to preserving the integrity of vintage sounds combined with their willingness to experiment has made them a driving force in shaping the future of soul music.

Elmer "Lee" Fields is an American soul artist born in 1951 in North Carolina.

Soul legend Lee Fields has re-teamed with The Expressions for new album Emma Jean. Coming at a time when many new artists are trying to emulate the soul and swagger of the 1960s, Mr. Fields showers us with authenticity on the 11-track set, highlighted by first single 'Magnolia.' Since releasing his first album in 1969, Fields has continued to make music for the last 45 years. And having been on the road, touring non-stop for the better part of the last decade, it's evident that Fields has hit an elevated stride both as a recording artist and live performer.

Emma Jean is the follow up to Fields' widely praised first two Truth and Soul albums - 2009's My World and 2012's Faithful Man. Lee Fields and The Expressions have forged a distinct soulful sound and a grown style with this album. They've pushed their sound in new directions, moving from being content as contemporary soul music royalty and instead delving into and exploring its next steps. Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys wrote 'Paralyzed,' and having Emma Jean mixed and partially recorded at his Nashville studio, country soul and bluesy rock are immediately noticeable. It brings a different kind of strut to the album, but Fields—born and raised in North Carolina—is right at home with the Southern soul sound. In fact, it feels like a natural progression: an organic, refreshingly pure next step. Like past releases from this matchless pairing of Fields' warm-and-raw growl and The Expressions' switched-on and sharp musicianship, Emma Jean takes soul music in a familiar but updated direction.

Emma Jean

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