Albumism’s 100 Best Albums of 2021 | #44: Joel Culpepper’s ‘Sgt Culpepper’

November 28, 2021 Albumism Staff

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#44 | Joel Culpepper | Sgt Culpepper
Mr Bongo | Buy via Bandcamp

According to Patrick Corcoran: “There is more than enough here to repay the years spent toiling away and give Culpepper the success that has proved elusive for others. A key part in that is the network of artists and producers he has at his side—Swindle controls the overall feel of the album with ease and clarity, musicians like Tom Misch offer their contributions freely and with style and panache and Culpepper centers it all with his dexterous and impassioned vocals.” [Read the Full Review]

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