Well-known as a purveyor of blue-eyed soul, Luke McMaster sets the bar ever higher with each project he takes on. His latest album has the singer-songwriter delivering classics by a music icon who Bob Dylan deemed America’s “greatest living poet” and who played a key role in transforming Motown into a pop music landmark. Songs of Smokey pays tribute to the artistry that made Smokey Robinson a soul legend – each song delivered with McMaster’s signature style.
Released on February 7th by Green Hill Productions, Songs of Smokey features McMaster’s reimagining of Robinson’s most beloved Motown hits, from his percussive twist on Ooo Baby Baby to his heartfelt take on Tears of a Clown. With its caressing vocals and acoustic backing, The Way You Do the Things You Do is transformed into a gentle love letter, while Cruisin’ maintains its distinctive Smokey delivery through McMaster’s silky falsetto. Luke’s soul-baring interpretation of Tracks of My Tears will serve as the official first single from the album.
Meanwhile, McMaster digs deep into his lifelong love of soul classics with stunning performances of You’ve Really Got a Hold on Me and Who’s Lovin’ You. Featuring timeless hits such as My Girl, Shop Around, and Get
Ready, Songs of Smokey serves as a fitting homage to the great Smokey Robinson – an artist who is celebrating his 60th anniversary in the music industry this year.
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