Al Robinson - Sho Bout To Drive Me Wild Empty Talk

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Review by Sebastian Callow

Sho ‘Bout To Drive Me Wild / Empty Talk by Al Robinson – A Funk Odyssey You Didn’t Know You Needed Alright, buckle up, folks. We’re diving into the groovy depths of Sho ‘Bout To Drive Me Wild / Empty Talk, a 1969 funk masterpiece from Al Robinson that’s smoother than your grandma’s gravy and twice as soulful. Released on Pulsar Records (anyone else getting space vibes?), this little slice of wax is like finding an unopened can of vintage soda in your uncle’s basement—unexpected but oh-so-refreshing. First off, let’s talk about Harold R. Battiste, Jr., who arranged this jam session. Dude clearly had some kind of musical wizardry going on because these tracks are tighter than skinny jeans at a hipster convention. The whole thing screams late-night shenanigans under neon lights, with horns so punchy they might knock you off your barstool if you’re not careful. Now, onto the goods. Track one: “Sho ‘Bout To Drive Me Wild.” This tune slaps harder than a mosquito at a summer BBQ. From the opening drumbeat to those silky strings sliding in like butter on toast, it grabs hold of your ears and refuses to let go. It’s funky enough to make James Brown jealous but laid-back enough for lazy Sunday mornings when all you wanna do is sip coffee and pretend life isn’t falling apart outside your window. What sticks with me? That bassline—it’s so damn catchy I swear my dog started wagging his tail every time I played it. No joke. Then there’s “Empty Talk,” which flips the vibe just slightly. If “Sho ‘Bout” is the party starter, this track is the moment everyone sits down on the couch after dancing too hard, trying to catch their breath while still vibing. There’s something hauntingly beautiful about how Al Robinson layers the vocals over the instrumentation here—it feels raw, almost conversational, like he’s spilling secrets only you get to hear. Plus, the horn section swoops in like a dramatic best friend interrupting a sappy confession. Love it or hate it, you won’t forget it anytime soon. Here’s the kicker: listening to this album feels like stepping back in time—but not in a cheesy retro way. More like slipping through a wormhole where everything smells faintly of patchouli and nobody cares what tomorrow brings. And honestly? That’s kinda refreshing in today’s playlist-driven chaos. So, would I recommend Sho ‘Bout To Drive Me Wild / Empty Talk? Absolutely. But don’t take my word for it—grab yourself a copy and crank it loud. Just be warned: once you hit play, good luck resisting the urge to boogie around your living room like no one’s watching. Oh, and maybe apologize to your neighbors later. Or don’t—they probably needed a little funk in their lives anyway. Final thought: Who knew 1969 could sound this fresh? Maybe Al Robinson was ahead of his time…or maybe he just really loved disco balls. Either way, props to him for making music that still makes us move. Now excuse me while I go figure out why my dog keeps staring at the record player.

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Artist: Al Robinson
Album: Sho Bout To Drive Me Wild Empty Talk
Rating: 4.5

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Empty Talk2:39
Sho 'Bout To Drive Me Wild2:46

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Catalog Numbers

2408

Labels

Pulsar Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
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  • Single

Credits

RoleCredit
Arranged ByHarold R. Battiste, Jr.

About Al Robinson

Vocalist and guitarist. Alvin Shine Robinson grew up in the fertile New Orleans music scene of the 1950s and became one of the citys favorite guitarists and leading sidemen. He worked with Professor Longhair, Big Joe Turner, Dr. John, Allen Toussaint, David Lastie, James Booker, and Harold Battiste. Born. 22 December 1937; New Orleans, LA Died 25 January 1989; New Orleans, LA

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  • Alvin Bishop (Shine) Robinson

Aliases

  • \"Shine\" Robinson

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The 1969 funk album *Sho 'Bout To Drive Me Wild Empty Talk* by Al Robinson is a hidden gem in the world of soul music. Backed by Pulsar Records, it features arrangements from Harold R. Battiste, Jr., a legend in the New Orleans music scene. Tracks like "Empty Talk" and "Sho 'Bout To Drive Me Wild" bring that raw, groovy energy only 60s funk can deliver. It’s the kind of record that makes you want to dig through crates just to find a copy.

Comments

slicely1
slicely1
2025-03-13
Alvin Robinson business!
thkoolfool
thkoolfool
2025-03-12
Great tune, thanks.