Eric Bibb has announced the release of “In The Real World”, his latest album via Stony Plain Records which lands on 18th October 2024. It follows the blues troubadour’s Grammy-nominated 2023 studio release, “Ridin’” and the “Live at The Scala Theatre” album, released early 2024. Recorded at Peter Gabriel’s Real World Studios and produced, arranged and mixed by Glen Scott, the new disc is a representation of Bibb’s musical and personal evolution. offering a glimpse into the world he’s experienced and the hope he continues to foster through his music. “There’s a wholeness about “In The Real World” that deeply moves me,” Bibb reflects. “It feels like Glen Scott and I have reached a milestone on our collaborative journey. Musically, the album feels like a self-portrait because it truly represents my influences.”
“In The Real World” stands as something of a testament to his evolution as an artist, “It really tells me where I’ve been, where I am, and where I’m headed,” Bibb explains. “Thematically, it’s about the you-me-we connection. It’s about the world we’ve created for ourselves and the world we long for.”
The setting of Real World Studios apparently provided the perfect backdrop for the album. “The sheer natural beauty of the grounds and the caring hospitality of the staff were inspiring, to say the least. We worked with a terrific engineer, Katie May. If I had to describe the sessions in one word, it would be ‘flow’,” Bibb shares. “What’s particularly enjoyable for me, listening to this album, is the prominence of my guitar. Glen Scott’s arrangements and production are a joy to hear. All the musicians involved made great contributions. Robbie McIntosh’s outstanding playing, in particular, is a treat.”
The first single from the album, ‘Roll On Buddy’, is available now and you can see the lyric video below. ‘Make A Change’ and ‘Take The Stage’ are scheduled to follow, with a performance-based video for each to coincide, on 6th September 2024 and 4th October 2024 respectively.
