Jimmy Wess Featuring Upsetters, The - We Remember Otis

Review by Gavin Anderson

The album "We Remember Otis" by Jimmy Wess Featuring Upsetters, The is a tribute to the legendary soul singer Otis Redding, who passed away tragically in 1967. The album features 11 tracks, all of which are covers of some of Redding's most well-known songs, such as "Try a Little Tenderness," "I've Been Loving You Too Long," and "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay."

The album opens with a lively rendition of "Respect," which sets the tone for the rest of the album. Wess's vocals are smooth and soulful, and he puts his own spin on each song without straying too far from the original. The Upsetters provide a solid backing band, with tight rhythms and tasteful solos.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "These Arms of Mine," which features a beautiful saxophone solo by Wess. The song builds to a powerful climax, with Wess's vocals reaching new heights of emotion.

Summary by Gavin Anderson

"We Remember Otis" is a well-crafted tribute to one of the greatest soul singers of all time. Wess and the Upsetters do justice to Redding's songs, while also adding their own unique flavor to each track. Fans of soul music, and especially fans of Otis Redding, will not be disappointed with this album.