Renowned guitarist Robin Trower makes a triumphant return to the music scene with his captivating new album, “Joyful Sky,” featuring the extraordinary vocal prowess of Sari Schorr.
Acknowledged for his affinity towards vocalists who can enhance the emotional resonance of his guitar melodies, the 78-year-old virtuoso recognized an exceptional quality in the smoky and potent vocals of acclaimed New Yorker Sari Schorr. This discovery inspired Trower to deconstruct and reconstruct his songwriting craft around her unique talents.
“I’ve worked with some great vocalists over the years but Sari is dynamite, just an absolute knockout,” reflects Trower. “This album really pushed me, made me write in different keys and arrange songs for her voice. I went more down the R&B route this time, because I knew she’d be great with that flavour. But the blues still underpins everything I do – and there’s definitely elements from my ’70s stuff in this new album.”
For six decades, Robin Trower’s career has been an act of quiet rebellion. Rewind the reels of the British guitarist’s backstory and you’ll find an artist who has always rolled the dice rather than take the path of least resistance. In the early-’70s, Trower announced his fearless streak by leaving the security of Procol Harum for a gold-selling solo career whose ever-present Bridge Of Sighs – album filled the stadiums of North America.
