Fans of Robert Cray's unique style of guitar-driven soul-blues can prepare for a trip down to their favorite local purveyor of fine blues music! August 11, 2009 is the date set for the release of Cray's first studio album in four years. Titled This Time, the nine-track CD will be released by Cray's own Nozzle Records and distributed by notable folk and blues label Vanguard Records.
This Time was recorded at Santa Barbara Sound Design in Santa Barbara, California with Cray sitting behind the board himself to produce the album. Cray has shuffled his band roster somewhat since the release of Twenty, his 2005 album, bring his old friend and former bandmember, bassist Richard Cousins, on board along with veteran blues drummer Tony Braunagel to join long-time Cray keyboardist Jim Pugh for this recording. Read more....