Customer Ratings & Reviews

On his sophomore LP, Gary Clark Jr., continues his evolution as an artist. This album functions better as a whole than his debut album, mainly because it does not try on as many styles of songs as Blak & Blu. Rather Clark's varied influences (Blues, R&B, Rock, Pop) are melded together more cohesively on Sonny Boy Slim. The main complaint of this, and his previous efforts, are that his studio tracks, while good, do not come close to matching the electricity of his live output. Until he can do that, Clark fans will have to settle for good, but not great.

Gary delivers another great album with his 2nd studio album. I wouldn't say it is quite as great as his first offering, but still some really powerful, soulful guitar playing here. Only thing I would like better is a bit less of the R&B vibe it gets in places and more of the raw bluesy rock he delivers.

Fans of gary clark jr.will enjoy this album and those new to him will want to hear his catalog after giving this a spin. He continues to honor the blues while exploring new sounds on this satisfying collection. Clark is the best young blues/rock guitarist around!

This album is a good album if your a gary clark jr die hard but if your just getting into him i would suggest buying his live album first. That album holds the real gary clark jr talent. But again this is a fair album i just like all his previous ones better.

If all you want from Gary Clark Jr is what he's done before, this may not be a good choice for you. I really enjoyed the varietyI heard on this CD. He's still got great chops, but I was impressed by his versatility.

Gary Clark Jr. remains the best new bluesman to come out of Texas in the last 5 years. Every new release is always reaching and growing his talent. He touches many different genres & not just Blues.

Yes, the blues are alive. It is not however the classic blues that many pine for. Those days and musicians are gone. However musicians like Gary Clark Jr. are making their version of the blues. A mix of styles and genres with a base that is blues. That is not a slam in anyway. It is the future which can take some getting used too. Depending on the person and how much they revere the blues classics. This is not B.B. or Muddy. This is Gary.

Gary Clark Jr is one of the best new guitarists. cd is fantastic, and the guitar riffs and solos are tremendous. highly Reccomend this

I was a little disappointed at the lack of rockin blues on this album, it's more funky R&B with a fresh take as Gary Clark Jr is quite effective at. I prefer his works such as "Bright Lights". Nonetheless this album is very good for what it is and I will continue to purchase his work. Take your classic old man blues artists, throw in some Marvin Gaye and put a fresh spin on and you have Gary Clark Jr. A burgeoning superstar.

More of a theme-related release, but still shows the guitar chops of this top artist. More blues than rock, but excellent musicianship.

Good album but not what I was hoping for. Only two or three songs that display his guitar playing. More r&b than blues.

Gary Clark Jr. Plays a great guitar. I expected this CD to be more bluesy,but it was still a very good CD musically.

First time actually buying a blues cd. There are a lot of modern influences here. I love the tone.

Because i lovevGary, I would probably follw him to the ends of the earth...the guy is talented.

Great guitar work from one of the younger blue's musician who is up and coming.

Very experimental but still Bluesy. Best new blues artist to push the envelope.

Good sophomore release for Gary Clark Jr. but didn't surpass Black n Blu.

Having all of Gary Clark Jr.'s previous albums and an admire of his work, this was a first day buy for me. The man is an amazing guitar player, great voice and is backed by a rocking band. Don't THINK about buying this album, do yourself and your ears a favor and JUST BUY IT!

Can complaint, I saved over $250. Great deal, great product.

This is what I was expecting from GCJr's first album.