For Albert Cummings, the year has already been a monumental success. The blues singer-songwriter released his latest album, Strong, in February via Ivy Music Company. The release of that record has been met with nothing but critical and commercial praise. In fact, Strong debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart, a massive success for an artist who seems to get better with every passing album. Strong features a dynamic blend of blues, rock, and raw emotion that endears Cummings to his fans. Featuring twelve new tracks, the album is a showcase for his still-evolving songwriting talents. Strong’s guitar playing is one of the highlights of this record, paying homage to the blues greats that have preceded him. Thematically, Strong is a sonic exploration of life’s many highs and lows. It touch...