A Period of Transition

by Van Morrison

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Breaking a three-year recording hiatus, the Northern Irish songwriter collaborates closely with Dr. John to incorporate heavy New Orleans rhythm and blues influences into his sound. The resulting record is notably relaxed and deeply entrenched in traditional American soul, gospel, and blues structures. It serves as a transitional palette cleanser, distancing him from the intense, poetic introspection of his early-70s masterpieces.

Genres

  • Singer-Songwriter
  • Blue-Eyed Soul

Tracklist

  1. You Gotta Make It Through the World
  2. It Fills You Up
  3. The Eternal Kansas City
  4. Joyous Sound
  5. Flamingos Fly
  6. Heavy Connection
  7. Cold Wind in August