A little thunder (2019)

Description

A LITTLE THUNDER is a collection of fourteen  songs performed with that inimitable bluesy voice and piano, together with some top musicians.
The album features vivid and poetic songs of life [Breathing in and Breathing out], love [The only Dance that matters], alcohol [Drink up People], death [Too soon] and reaction to contemporary politics [God save the Self Doubters].
Paul brings his long experience and soulful touch to every song. A rare mix of ballads, swing and blues, A LITTLE THUNDER is a rich musical tapestry.

Tracklist

1. Drink Up People
2. The Only Dance That Matters
3. Weather For The Blues
4. She’s Flying Today
5. If I Where You I’d Leave Me
6. God’s Little Mistake
7. A Little Thunder
8. My Father’s Son
9. Breathing In And Breathing Out
10. God Save The Self Doubters
11. Too Soon
12. Drunk Again
13. The First Smile
14. Last Love

🎶 Just Listen To This Review

• Describes the album as a collection of 14 songs with a full band supporting Millns’ expressive keyboard work.
• Highlights tracks like:
  • Drink Up People: “greasy horns” and a “sandpaper-and-bourbon voice” reminiscent of Hoagy Carmichael or Roger Miller.
  • The Only Dance That Matters: folky and elegant, could be a Willie Nelson tune.
  • Weather For The Blues: evokes Tom Waits with harp and electric piano.
  • She’s Flying Today: calypso vibe with “grizzled tenderness.”

🇮🇹 Mescalina Review

• Calls Millns a “refined weaver of melodies” and “fascinating artist.”
• Reflects on his 50-year career, shaped by influences like Nina Simone, Ray Charles, and Bob Dylan.
• Describes the album as a blend of blues, soul, and poetic storytelling.