Eric Bibb - Painting Signs (2 LP)

Eric Bibb's 2001 album "Painting Signs" is a masterful blend of blues, country blues, and modern blues that showcases the artist's maturity and depth as a musician. Released on Manhattan Records and later reissued by Ruf Records, this 13-track album spans 56 minutes of soulful, introspective music that highlights Bibb's nuanced approach to the blues. The album features a mix of original tracks and classic blues covers, including the haunting "Delia's Gone" and the uplifting "Hope in a Hopeless World."

"Painting Signs" is a testament to Eric Bibb's ability to infuse traditional blues with a contemporary sensibility, creating a sound that is both timeless and fresh. The album's standout tracks, such as "Kokomo" and "I Heard the Angels Singing," showcase Bibb's soulful vocals and masterful guitar work, while songs like "Five Miles Above" and "The Light Was Worth the Candle" delve into themes of love, loss, and redemption. The album's title track, "Paintin' Signs," is a standout, with its evocative lyrics and bluesy melody.

The album's release date is January 1, 2001, and it peaked at No. 10 on the UK Jazz & Blues Albums Chart, cementing Bibb's status as a respected figure in the blues world. Whether you're a longtime fan of Eric Bibb or a newcomer to his music, "Painting Signs" is an essential addition to any blues lover's collection. The album's reissue on 180g vinyl by Pure Pleasure Records ensures that the audiophile blues fan can enjoy the highest quality sound.

This 2LP set was released in 2009.