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Fans of guitar master Joe Bonamassa will be delighted that 2011 was such a prolific year in his career. First came the fine, rootsy Dust Bowl, then 2, the second chapter in his Black Country Communion project's catalog. Don't Explain, a collection of soul, blues, and jazz-oriented covers in collaboration with vocal firebrand Beth Hart marks his third entry this year. The ten-song set of blues and soul is a logical extension of her vocal contribution to "No Love on the Street" from Dust Bowl. Opening is a thoroughly raucous contemporary blues reading of Ray Charles' "Sinner's Prayer," followed by a quirky version of Tom Waits' "Chocolate Jesus," and an unusual cover of contemporary jazz-pop singer/songwriter Melody Gardot's "You Heart Is as Black as Night." On this cut, a string orchestra adds a touch of perversity; it offers the impression of a femme fatale singing a Brecht-Weill number in a smoky cabaret in front of a moody string orchestra, buoyed by a brooding electric blues quintet. "For My Friends," a Bill Withers' tune, is a big, nasty, jagged blues number that keeps the funky groove intact. The title track, a number closely associated with Billie Holiday, falls flat. Hart tries too hard to employ Holiday's phrasing, the string orchestrations are overblown, and Bonamassa's crew is too reverent. This formula also mars the remake of Aretha Franklin's "Ain't No Way" that closes the set. Far better are readings of Etta James' signatories "I'd Rather Go Blind," and "Something's Got a Hold on Me." Hart's emotive, throaty delivery is perfectly suited to both songs, and she resists trying to ape James' phrasing. Since they follow one another directly, the musical difference between them also showcase's Hart's diverse abilities. The former is a soul burner, the latter a gospel blues. Bonamassa and band accent her every phrase with requisite rowdiness, sting, and grit. The pair's only vocal collaboration is a burning read of Delaney & Bonnie's "Well, Well." With Anton Fig's breaks and rim shots underscoring Arlan Scheirbaum's electric piano fills, Bonamassa's burning leads, the chunky, rhythmic foundation from guitarist Blondie Chaplin, and Carmine Rojas' bassline, Hart and the lead guitarist trade whip-smart call and response vocals with enough raw country-soul to bring the song to a new audience. While not a perfect recording, Don't Explain is a good one, whose strengths are numerous enough to warrant a second go round. ~Thom Jurek Liner Note Authors: Laura Grover; Beth Hart. Recording information: Village Recorders, West L.A. Photographer: Mike Prior. Personnel: Joe Bonamassa (vocals, guitar); Beth Hart (vocals, piano); Blondie Chaplin (guitar); Arlan Scheirbaum (keyboards); Carmine Rojas (bass guitar); Anton Fig (drums, percussion). Audio Mixer: Kevin Shirley.

Joe Bonamassa / Beth Hart - Don't Explain Album Track Listing

Trk	Song	Time	Price	Buy MP3
1	Sinner's Prayer See All 2 with Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Bonamassa Beth Hart	4:28	$1.29
2	Chocolate Jesus See All 2 with Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Bonamassa Beth Hart	2:40	$1.29
3	Your Heart is As Black As Night See All 2 with Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Bonamassa Beth Hart	5:01	$1.29
4	For My Friends See All 2 with Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Bonamassa Beth Hart	4:12	$1.29
5	Don't Explain See All 2 with Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Bonamassa Beth Hart	4:35	$1.29
6	I'd Rather Go Blind See All 2 with Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Bonamassa Beth Hart	8:07	$1.29
7	Something's Got A Hold On Me See All 2 with Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Bonamassa Beth Hart	6:05	$1.29
8	I'll Take Care of You See All 2 with Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Bonamassa Beth Hart	5:13	$1.29
9	Well, Well See All 2 with Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Bonamassa Beth Hart	3:42	$1.29
10	Ain't No Way See All 2 with Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa, Joe Bonamassa Beth Hart	6:48	$1.29

Don't Explain music CDs Customer Reviews

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This album is a must for Bonamassa fans and music lovers
The more I listened to it the more I love it! Amazing talents, amazing details, depth, uniqueness. I am hooked on Bonamassa.
By magdolna (Vancouver BC)

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enjoy the moment
This was different than other Boamassa material. At first I did not like as much.As I listened again I appreciate the effort as high quality,yet unlike other music Joe B has treated us to. Sit back and take the time to enjoy this cd.
By croft5678 (sayre pa)

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It's my first Joe Bonamassa CD. Very inpressed. Beth Hart was also very inpressive.
By heyjoe1 (Vinita,Ok)

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Super blues
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HiFi Bonamassa
Without any test gear to support it, I would say this is easily the best recorded of the 3 Bonamassa CDs I have, except perhaps for the sharp cut offs of some tracks. The homage to Amy Winehouse was a wonderful surprise, but Beth and Joe sing their hearts out on this true blues CD.
By peter (Abu Dhabi UAE)

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Don't Explain songs Product Details

Label	J&R Adventures
Orig Year	2011
CD Universe Part number	8583443
Catalog number	931391
Discs	1
Release Date	Sep 27, 2011
Studio/Live	Studio
Producer	Kevin Shirley
Engineer	Vanessa Parr; Jared Kvitka; James McCullagh; Ghian Wright
Recording Time	50 minutes
Personnel	Joe Bonamassa - vocals, guitar Beth Hart - vocals, piano Anton Fig - drums, percussion Carmine Rojas - bass guitar Blondie Chaplin - guitar Arlan Scheirbaum - keyboards