Andre Williams And The Goldstars: Nightclub – Music Review

When it comes to advice on sex and good music it is doubtful one would willingly turn to the elderly. The thought of discussing either subject with grandma and grandpa makes cotton balls or power drills seem a more pleasing listen. However, if the offering party were Andre Williams, one would be a fool not to pay close attention and take notes.

After fifty years of infusing his unique blend of soulful sexuality into Chicago/Detroit crafted blues and r&b, Mr. Williams shows no signs of slowing down. For evidence of this, one need look no further than his Pravda records release with The Goldstars, Nightclub. This five-song EP has the same effect one would expect from a Viagra-spiked box of chocolates. Musically it is short, sweet, and oh so sexy.

Although brief, any EP runs the risk of having a few weak tracks. Nightclub is not one of these albums. The Goldstars provide powerhouse instrumentals that Williams slides his smoky voiced, innuendo-laden lyrics in to. Stylistically, Nightclub convincingly utilizes a spectrum of genres in which Mr. Williams thrives. Rock n’ roll, Motown, garage, swing, blues, and r & b are brought to the table in a manner resembling a cathartic release of pent up testosterone and sexual energy.

Songs that best capture this are the instantly danceable title track, “Nightclub”, and the fourth cut, “Babbling Brook”. The former blasts off and carries a swampy, grooving momentum throughout. Its sassy vibe and southern flare sounds as if an admixture of Spy Hunter cut with bayou water. “Babbling Brook” is a direct, minor-keyed, big band number that would perfectly compliment to a smoke filled, swing-dancing ballroom where aerial women gracefully land and continue movement alongside their pin stripe suit clad beaus.

While these two songs stick out strongly on Nightclub, the remaining three are in no way detrimental. Its second track, “Hot Coffee”, is a playful, garage rock song in which Williams demands a hot, caffeinated beverage, specifying exactly how he likes it. “Hard Way” follows “Babbling Brook” and is a refreshing, Motown-esque resolution to ‘Brook’s tension. “Oh, Baby!” finishes the record off with a zeal suggesting that Andre Williams & The Goldstars are far from tiring and plan on carrying their party far into the wee hours of the morning.

What disappoints on Nightclub is its brevity. Andre Williams & The Goldstars bring an addictive energy that leaves one hungry for more. Luckily, with an ever-growing catalogue of albums and busy touring schedule, Williams seems far from leaving us cold turkey.

Nightclub, as well as most of his other records, is now available for purchase online. Meanwhile, be on the look out for him as he tours U.S. and Europe this summer.

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For More Information Visit:
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http://www.bloodshotrecords.com/artist/andre-williams
http://www.myspace.com/68691228
http://www.myspace.com/thegoldstars
http://www.pravdamusic.com

Author: Alex Rubin