Alabama Shakes – Sound and Color (2LP)

Sound and Color demonstrates the tremendous strides made by a group of musicians who had only been playing together for a few months when they recorded their first album. “These songs are not simple,” says Howard. “They’re intricate, like a spider web or a tapestry”.

“I feel like I’m capable of anything,” the singer adds. “It took a lot of patience to make this record, and to communicate so well with each other. I know now we’re the kind of band that can do that.”