Experience the electrifying fusion of impassioned Southern rock, soulful swamp funk, and heartfelt blues storytelling on JJ Grey's highly anticipated album Olustee.
JJ Grey & Mofro's latest album, Olustee, is an absolute triumph that captures the essence of southern-fried rock, swamp funk, and soulful blues. With impassioned singing and riff-based melodies, Grey delivers an unforgettable listening experience that celebrates life's joys and struggles.
Having re-signed with Alligator Records, Grey unveils his self-produced gem, showcasing his unforced talent and deep emotional connection to his North Florida roots. From the richly evocative lyrics to the gritty baritone vocals, every aspect of Olustee reflects Grey's personal stories of redemption, rebirth, and inner peace.
Tracks like "The Sea" evoke serene moments by the water, while others, like the raucous "Wonderland," invite listeners to celebrate life's highs. Throughout the album, Grey's storytelling prowess shines, painting vivid portraits of his ancestral home and the characters who inhabit it.
With Olustee, JJ Grey once again pushes the boundaries of his creativity, delivering an album that is destined to become a classic. As AllMusic aptly puts it, Grey's music is "as authentic as the ground under your feet," while The New York Times was impressed how its "Rich, funky blues celebrate life’s most fundamental joys," and stating that "Grey is a singer-songwriter with unforced talent and deep feeling."