Mickey Newbury was one of American music's most distinctive and underappreciated voices, a songwriter's songwriter whose work defied easy categorization. Originally released in 1973, Heaven Help the Child stands as one of his most celebrated achievements, with AllMusic critic Thom Jurek calling it "a masterpiece, a work of perfection." The album showcases Newbury's unique blend of country, folk, and soul, featuring a rich combination of Nashville session players alongside musicians from Los Angeles, giving the record a sound unlike anything else of its era.
This reissue from Fat Possum Records brings Heaven Help the Child back to vinyl, complete with a die-cut sleeve and a printed lyrics inner sleeve — a fitting presentation for an album of this depth and craftsmanship. The record revisits some of Newbury's earlier compositions alongside other tracks, highlighting his remarkable gift for writing timeless Americana that feels rooted in a much older tradition. For fans of classic country and folk, this is an essential piece of work from one of the genre's true originals.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Fat Possum Records
- Genre: Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 08/29/2025
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TRACKS
A1. Heaven Help The Child
A2. Good Morning Dear
A3. Sunshine
A4. Sweet Memories
B1. Why You Been Gone So Long
B2. Cortelia Clark
B3. Song For Susan
B4. San Francisco Mabel Joy
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