Al Green: Truth N' Time: CD

We're happy to report after repeated listening, that Al was just as much full of fire on "Truth N' Time" as he was on his more commercially successful mid and late 1970's albums. The rhythm and horn sections of Al's backing band are as tight, funky and grooving as the best of his previous Hi Records material. "Truth N Time" has the feel of a Memphis house party full of gospel, soul and some infectious disco ("Lo and Behold") thrown in for good measure (hey, it was the late 70's don't forget!). This is not the metallic in your face disco heard in the clubs but rather Al embraces the fairly new (in 1978) disco style and turns it into a sensuous, soulful, and steamy mix. Green's voice is in fine form and particularly check out his falsetto runs. "Wait Here" starts with a familiar Sly Stone-influenced rhythm riff and builds into a bluesy groove. No less than six keyboard players add rich texture to these 8 songs. Standout covers are his audacious renditions of "To Sir With Love" and "I Say