Mullins, Shawn Light You Up (2-LP)

Shawn Mullins – Light You Up is a distinctive album from the American singer-songwriter, released by Vanguard Records in 2010. This edition is presented as a 2-LP set and contains 11 tracks with a total running time of 47:05. Mullins combines rock, folk, Americana and singer-songwriter elements with his characteristic approach to songwriting. The album includes California, Light You Up, Murphy's Song, No Blue Sky and The Ghost Of Johnny Cash, followed on the second LP by Tinseltown, I Knew A Girl, Catoosa County, You Make It Better, Can't Remember Summer and Love Will Find A Way. Nine of the eleven songs were co-written with other songwriters, giving the record a broad and collaborative songwriting character. Light You Up is an appealing choice for listeners who enjoy American roots-oriented songwriting with touches of rock and Americana. The 2-LP format also makes this release especially interesting for vinyl collectors looking to expand their Shawn Mullins collection. If you appreciate well-crafted contemporary American songwriting and don't want this particular Vanguard edition to slip through your fingers, now is the time to take a closer look.