Where Charles Bradley’s 2011 debut LP sounded like it was recorded in 1971, his 2013 sophomore album plays like it was unearthed from a 1973 time capsule. Working again with Menahan Street Band leader Thomas Brenneck, who discovered Bradley busking around New York City, Victim of Love is a natural evolution. “Strictly Reserved for You” opens with a Memphis-flavoured horn section and vintage fuzz-guitar leads buzzing under Bradley’s soulful croon. This time around, his melodies are noticeably more uplifting. Both “You Put the Flame on It” and the amorous ballad “Let Love Stand a Chance” resonate with the sunny soul of classic Stax vinyl. Those craving Bradley’s signature melancholy musings should turn to the lovelorn title track and the funky “Love Bug Blues”.
Tracklisting
| Position | Title |
|---|---|
| A1 | Strictly Reserved For You |
| A2 | You Put The Flame On It |
| A3 | Let Love Stand A Chance |
| A4 | Victim Of Love |
| A5 | Love Bug Blues |
| A6 | Dusty Blue |
| B1 | Confusion |
| B2 | Where Do We Go From Here? |
| B3 | Crying In The Chapel |
| B4 | Hurricane |
| B5 | Through The Storm |
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Release Information
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Wikipedia URL | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victim_of_Love_(Charles_Bradley_album) |
| Format | 1× Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo |
| Label | Dunham |
| Catalog Number | DUN-1004 |
| Notes | Includes coupon for MP3 download. CAT# on sleeve spine : DUN-1004 / DAP-031 CAT# on sleeve (back) : DUN 1004 / DAP 031 Barcode on the plastic shrink wrap only. |
| Discogs URL | Charles Bradley - Victim Of Love |