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Track Listings
| Disc: 1 |
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| 1. St. James Informary |
| 2. You Don't Know My Mind |
| 3. Six Cold Feet |
| Disc: 2 |
| 1. Buddle Bolden's Blues |
| 2. Battle of Jericho |
| 3. After You've Gone |
| 4. Swanee River |
| Disc: 3 |
| 1. The Whale Has Swallowed Me |
| 2. John Henry |
| 3. Police Dog Blues |
| 4. Tipitina |
| Disc: 4 |
| 1. Whinin' Boy Blues |
| 2. They're Red Hot |
| 3. Baby Please Make A change |
| 4. Let Them Talk |
Product Description
CD Description
A glorious celebration of New Orleans blues, Let Them Talk unites Laurie’s musical talent with a very personal selection of standards and lost blues classics performed with his band of renowned musicians and some very special guest stars.
Produced by Joe Henry and recorded at sessions in Los Angeles and New Orleans, Let Them Talk sees Laurie on vocals and piano heading a team of musicians whose previous collective credits include work with artists as varied as Greg Allman, Solomon Burke, Robert Plant, kd lang, T-Bone Burnett, Alison Krause and John Legend. Together, they interpret and revive songs originally recorded by NOLA blues legends such as Lead Belly, Robert Johnson, Ray Charles and Memphis Slim.
Let Them Talk also features collaborations with the Soul Queen of New Orleans Irma Thomas and Sir Tom Jones on the little known "Baby, please Make A Change". Thomas also leads the vocals on "John Henry", while Laurie’s lifelong hero Dr. John provides a momentous collaboration on "After You’ve Gone". Another legend, the producer, musician and songwriter Allen Toussaint, contributes horn arrangements throughout.
Hugh explains:
“In my imagination, New Orleans just straight hummed with music, romance, joy, despair; its rhythms got into my gawky English frame and, at times, made me so happy and sad, I just didn’t know what to do with myself,” said Laurie. “I love this music as authentically as I know how, and I want you to love it too. If you get a thousandth of the pleasure from it that I’ve had, we’re all ahead of the game.”
Produced by Joe Henry and recorded at sessions in Los Angeles and New Orleans, Let Them Talk sees Laurie on vocals and piano heading a team of musicians whose previous collective credits include work with artists as varied as Greg Allman, Solomon Burke, Robert Plant, kd lang, T-Bone Burnett, Alison Krause and John Legend. Together, they interpret and revive songs originally recorded by NOLA blues legends such as Lead Belly, Robert Johnson, Ray Charles and Memphis Slim.
Let Them Talk also features collaborations with the Soul Queen of New Orleans Irma Thomas and Sir Tom Jones on the little known "Baby, please Make A Change". Thomas also leads the vocals on "John Henry", while Laurie’s lifelong hero Dr. John provides a momentous collaboration on "After You’ve Gone". Another legend, the producer, musician and songwriter Allen Toussaint, contributes horn arrangements throughout.
Hugh explains:
“In my imagination, New Orleans just straight hummed with music, romance, joy, despair; its rhythms got into my gawky English frame and, at times, made me so happy and sad, I just didn’t know what to do with myself,” said Laurie. “I love this music as authentically as I know how, and I want you to love it too. If you get a thousandth of the pleasure from it that I’ve had, we’re all ahead of the game.”
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47 of 48 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I am not a musician nor do I understand technical sound details. I just know that I do love blues and this is truly the best buy or cluck for your buck in music if you like blues. I rarely buy music anymore since there is so much free music and I already have a lot. I am glad I purchased this and would buy more from Mr. Laurie. Most CD's are more than 10.00 US and I feel like it should be at least 20.00 US for the enjoyment I have had listening to the music and the variety it offers. I enjoy Mr. Laurie's piano style and that alone is worth the $10.00. In reading the enclosed leaflet about Mr. Laurie it was also entertaining, humorous and interesting. I highly recommend his style of music. If I wasnt so old I would start or join his fan club. A standing ovation to Mr. Laurie.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
An excellent product, with a beautiful DVD. As for the CD, be advised that it contains 3 new tracks that replace the bonus tracks of the deluxe CD. The missing tracks are Ain't Necessarily So, Lowdown Dirty And Blue and Guess I'm A Fool. I look forward to Hugh Laurie's next CD, as his mix of jazz and blues is perfect for late night driving...
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This album is so captivating that I can't get enough of it. Especially, this edition adds more amazing tracks such as Hallelujah, I Love Her So. I really love Hugh's version of this song. Last but definitely not least, this edition also has a very charming documentary narrated by Hugh Laurie. It's about his love of blues music. I can't stop smiling watching it. If you love blues music and Hugh Laurie, you can't miss this. It's a must have.
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Let Them Talk
Superb. I can't stop listening to it - he's a genius!
The dvd is also excellent and transported me back to New Orleans.
Please Hugh.......MORE. Read more
The dvd is also excellent and transported me back to New Orleans.
Please Hugh.......MORE. Read more
Published 5 days ago by Mr. Norman L. Holness
Great service
Bought this as a gift for my boyfriend. It came quickly and was well packaged! I would happily use this company again!
Published 13 days ago by Ethel
let them talk....let him play!!
This cd is a great buy...I had no idea Hugh Laurie had this kind of talent. His piano playing style is foot tapping stuff and I can't keep still when its playing. Read more
Published 13 days ago by happy customer
he dan't sing.
he can't sing all that well, but i can't stop listening
to this c.d. he brings back memories of the originals. Read more
to this c.d. he brings back memories of the originals. Read more
Published 15 days ago by ted
Amazing
I knew Hugh Laurie was a multi-talented performer, but this CD is outstanding. The emotions he captures in both his singing and piano playing are so real. Read more
Published 16 days ago by Dan
Beautiful
Wonderful album, CD and DVD both brilliant. Every song is a delight, especially with Tom Jones. Can't get enough of it.
Published 21 days ago by Dominic McBurney
Delivered as promised but !
The CD was delivered within the time scale promised, in excellant condition with no problems with post or customs. Read more
Published 22 days ago by D. P. Glover
Absolutely wonderful!
Hugh Laurie is absolutely wonderful and talented as an actor and now as a singer! To me it feels like his voice is made for the blues which makes this album perfect. Read more
Published 1 month ago by n7
Going back to Memphis
Listen to this CD reminded me of my visit to Beale Street, Memphis.
Anyone who likes Blues/Bluegrass should purchase this and enjoy Hugh Laurie's distinct voice. Read more
Anyone who likes Blues/Bluegrass should purchase this and enjoy Hugh Laurie's distinct voice. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Buzzy
Exactly what it says on the tin.
I bought this as a present for my wife after she heard some clips on the radio last year and quite liked it, I baulked at the usual initial price upon release for what I considered... Read more
Published 1 month ago by DrZep
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