Genre: Album
Grade: A
Notable People: Van the Man; many special guests including: George Benson, Natalie Cole, Mark Knopler, Taj Mahal, more
Title: “Duets”
Review –It’s Van the Man- that probably says enough, but it is way cool. An album of duets with some really great sidekicks. Al of the material is from Van’s vault- but mostly chestnuts form his catalog that are not the norm for his playlist. The album opens with a duet with the late Bobby Womack- enough said. Other highlights, amongst many, are the duets with Mark Knopler, Stevie Winwood and Joss Stone. Great choice of songs, incredible arrangements, Van still at his peak. Only small down side is no new material here. What are you waiting for- go get it.