I'm New Here

The influential singer-songwriter returns after many years with a powerful album that mixes spoken word, folk, and blues over roughed-up sonics.

A triumphant, if unlikely, comeback

The spoken word survivor is back – and he's not how you remember him, says <strong>Steve Yates</strong>

I’m New Here is marked by non-adherence to traditional song structures and a short, 28-minute running time.

The poet-musician's first album in 16 years is blistering, redemptive stuff, says <strong>Dave Simpson</strong>

Album Reviews: Gil Scott-Heron - I'm New Here

The old is made new in Gil Scott-Heron's I’m New Here. Rating: * * * *