King, Marcus: Carolina Confessions (Vinyl LP)

The Marcus King Band -Carolina Confessions [Orange Marble LP] Originally released in 2018, Carolina Confessions features 10 songs, all written by Marcus except for How Long, which was co-written with the Black Keys' Dan Auerbach and veteran songwriter Pat McLaughlin. Whether it's the searing rock exorcism of Confessions or the propulsive road-bound soul of Where I'm Headed, Marcus exhibits an almost Southern gothic sensibility in his songs, owning up to failed relationships, portraying his complex connection with his hometown, arraying a sprawling musical firmament in the process. Marcus and his five bandmates - Jack Ryan (drums), Stephen Campbell (bass), Justin Johnson (trumpet/trombone), Dean Mitchell (sax) and DeShawn D'Vibes Alexander (keyboard) - are in top form on their 3rd full-length album, exhibiting an intuitive sense of control and expression as they tackle their most sonically layered and emotionally complex compositions to date. Indie Exclusive Orange Marble LP. Confessions, Where I'm Headed, Homesick, 8 a.m., How Long, Remember, Side Door, Autumn Rains, Welcome ’Round Here, Goodbye Carolina