Overview

• Out now, the album features nine tracks running 32:27 that blend soul, R&B, gospel, Americana and roots.
• Batiste says many songs were captured in single takes because “the real thing lies in the moment, not in perfection.”
• Guests include Randy Newman on “Lonely Avenue,” Andra Day on “Lean On My Love,” and the Womack Sisters on the title track.
• The music is presented as a work about values, humanity and preserving the soul rather than chasing power or polish.
• Batiste cites New Orleans communal traditions as his foundation and expresses interest in deeper musical dialogues with Ethiopia, India and Tibet.