Crosseyed Heart
On his first solo album in 23 years, the Stones legend returns to the classics—folk-blues, soul, rock ‘n’ roll, and reggae—carving handsome riffs from the styles that inspired him to pick up a guitar. It’s a relaxed, T-shirt and jeans affair. Keith plays with freedom and feeling, while singing with gruff authenticity. Norah Jones pops by for a duet on “Illusion”—their vocal interplay must be heard. Covers of Lead Belly (“Goodnight Irene”) and Gregory Isaacs (“Love Is Overdue”) extend the appreciative arm of thanks, revealing a deep respect and admiration that can be felt beyond the last strum.
As rock’s enduring pirate, Keith Richards embodies swagger, sangfroid and a certain delicious naughtiness. More than the…
As rock’s enduring pirate, Keith Richards embodies swagger, sangfroid and a certain delicious naughtiness. More than the…
Keith Richards’s first solo record in nearly a quarter-century leaves you wanting more
Keith Richards’s first solo record in nearly a quarter-century leaves you wanting more
Crosseyed Heart finds Richards leaning on genre exercises, some of which are more successful than others.
Crosseyed Heart finds Richards leaning on genre exercises, some of which are more successful than others.
Keith Richards’ first solo album for 23 years is a treat, and worthy of one of rock’s founding fathers
Keith Richards’ first solo album for 23 years is a treat, and worthy of one of rock’s founding fathers
This Stone alone delivers a late-period classic. CD new music review by Tim Cumming
This Stone alone delivers a late-period classic. CD new music review by Tim Cumming