Neilson Hubbard continues to bridge the gap between ace producer and acclaimed performer with the release of his second solo album in three years titled DIGGING UP THE SCARS. Such a level of recorded output sounds reasonable until you compare it to the countless albums where he has been at production helm. With this latest collection of songs, you do begin to think where the destiny of Neilson Hubbard may end up. Whether steering albums to a fruitful release or digging deep into his inner sanctum to serve up material like what we have here, the winners are those tuned into the wavelength of one of Nashville's most innovative and sought after operators.
Like his previous record, CUMBERLAND ISLAND, Hubbard turns to his mate Ben Glover for help in the producing driving seat. A little role reversal than what normally happens, but I'm pretty sure these two guys know each others music inside out to smooth out the issues and draw the organic riches to the surface.
For an album like DIGGING UP THE SCARS, the release day is merely a firing shot to bed in for the long haul. You wouldn't expect Neilson Hubbard to record an album that can be drunk in one gulp. This will take time and is certainly not one to be discarded, but maybe instant gratification is not on the menu. Trust this artistic heavyweight to deliver and the odds of ultimate engagement will tumble.