Yellow Moon
The Neville Brothers · 1989
53 min · 12 tracks · funk · R&B · soul
A soulful blend of blues, funk, and R&B that captures the essence of New Orleans music.
Why this album works
'Yellow Moon' received critical acclaim upon its release, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Contemporary Folk Album. The title track became emblematic of the band's sound and helped solidify their place in the roots music revival of the late 1980s.
- Best for
- steady progression with climax soulful reflective listening experience long immersive listening sessions
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Yellow Moon' was The Neville Brothers' fifth studio album and marked a significant moment in their career as they transitioned from regional favorites to broader recognition. Following the success of their previous work, this album showcased their ability to fuse traditional New Orleans sounds with contemporary influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ike & Tina Turner· The Dip· Billy Preston
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 My Blood 4:12
- 2 Yellow Moon Standout 4:04
- 3 Fire and Brimstone Standout 3:58
- 4 A Change Is Gonna Come Standout 3:43
- 5 Sister Rosa 3:34
- 6 With God on Our Side 6:38
- 7 Wake Up 3:21
- 8 Voodoo 4:27
- 9 The Ballad of Hollis Brown 5:47
- 10 Will the Circle Be Unbroken 5:16
- 11 Healing Chant 4:37
- 12 Wild Injuns 3:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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