Description
Lucinda Williams – Southern Soul (From Memphis To Muscle Shoals & More) – Vinyl Record
Lucinda Williams – Southern Soul (From Memphis To Muscle Shoals & More), also known as Lu’s Jukebox Vol. 2, is a captivating live tribute released in late 2020, part of her six-volume Lu’s Jukebox concert series. Recorded at Nashville’s Room & Board Studio during the peak of the COVID‑19 pandemic, these sessions were initially offered as virtual ticketed events, with proceeds supporting struggling independent venues. Volume 2 offers a deep dive into Southern soul classics, enriched by Williams’ Louisiana drawl and emotional depth, alongside a heartfelt rendition of one of her own songs, “Still I Long for Your Kiss
This 11‑track collection merges legendary soul covers—such as Joe South’s “Games People Play,” Barbara Lynn’s “You Don’t Miss Your Water,” Bobbie Gentry’s “Ode to Billie Joe,” Al Green’s “Take Me to the River,” and Ann Peebles’ “I Can’t Stand the Rain”—with Williams’ country‑soul sensibility Critics praised the album for its respectful reinterpretations and soulful resonance; for instance, The Absolute Sound commended her “laid‑back” vocal approach and highlighted her electrifying take on “Take Me to the River” as “essential stuff for fans of the legendary Southern soul”
Arranged in a richly textured, full-band live format, the performances balance intimate emotional candor with moments of energetic release, particularly when the band crescendos behind Williams’ voice. The vinyl edition is elegantly presented in a gatefold sleeve, underscoring the care and thoughtfulness behind the project.
Within the broader context of Williams’ storied career—spanning from her early roots in folk and country to her breakthrough with Car Wheels on a Gravel Road and beyond—Southern Soul stands out as a homage to the musical heart of the American South. It ties directly to her folk, blues, and soul heritage while reinforcing her lifelong commitment to authentic musical storytelling
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic sealed
Track Listing
Games People Play
You’ll Lose A Good Thing
Ode To Billie Joe
I Can’t Stand The Rain
Misty Blue
Main Street Mission
You Don’t Miss Your Water
It Tears Me Up
Rainy Night In Georgia
Take Me To The River
Still I Long For Your Kiss
