Setting a high bar for old-school blues and soul this young year is Mr. Cotton’s newest, all-original set. The Mississippi-based singer/guitarist, a solid, savvy journeyman at both pursuits, keeps things both fresh with constant changes in mood and message, and comfortably familiar thanks to rock-steady small group backup. In addition to the title track, “My Boo”, “Friend To The End” and “Back In A Bit” stand out.