An obscure session for Big Maybelle, but a great one too – a record that has her moving past the melancholy blues
of her earlier work, into a lively gospel-based mode that's surprisingly great for her voice! The sound is quite upbeat and joyous – in a style that really has Maybelle's voice soaring to the skies – supported by arrangements from Alan Lorber and John Jacobs that are a bit like some
of the backings Jackie Wilson received at Brunswick, including some additional chorus support. Tunes are a mix
of gospel standards and a few secular tracks as well – and titles include "No
body Knows The Trouble I've Seen", "Do Lord", "Dry Bones", "Down By The Riverside", and "Swing Low Sweet Chariot".
(Soul, Gospel) (Original pressing! Cover has a small cut corner, and just a bit of light wear. Vinyl is great!)