I've listened to a lot of Stevie outtakes but had never heard "24 Karat Gold" until just recently. If I had to pick a list from what I've heard, I'm not sure that one would be on there. But I'm optimistic about this project.
"Secret Love" turned out nicely last time around. And my favorite songs on TISL were "Planets of the Universe," "Sorcerer" and "Candlebright" (songs from the '70s, arguably her most-inspired period of songwriting).
I'd love a bluesy take on "The Dealer," similar to the Tusk outtake.
It's a shame that more of her songs didn't get proper studio treatment in the '70s when her voice was at its peak (75-77). Instead we got 5 FB songs with her on lead and Lindsey crowding her out of her own "Crystal" and "I Don't Want to Know." Therefore, I was thrilled to get the high-quality demos of "Planets," "Think About It," "The Chain" (which I may like better than the transformed group effort). Hell, sometimes I even listen to "Whenever I Call You Friend" just to hear her soar.
But Stevie, bless her heart, has usually known how to work her ever-evolving voice to her advantage, apart from the Klonopin, could-care-less years. Plus, David did such a nice job helming IYD. So I'm excited about this album!
I just hope Stevie didn't get confused revisiting her coke years on YouTube and think "All Over You" was really her -- or Prince. Cuz it's not
