Colonel Red returns with Thankful, his most personal and polished work to date and a self-produced gem that blends deep soul, broken house, Latin grooves and conscious lyricism with some genuinely fresh artistry. Tracks like 'Promises,' 'Careful' and 'This Life' deliver crisp, danceable rhythms laced with sultry vocals, while 'Worriz'channels a raw urban energy - think Curtis Mayfield meets Tricky. 'Love Won't Let Me Down' infuses Latin gospel with Spanish guitar and Cuban swing, leading into the soulful, jazz-tinged finale of 'Livin' in the Sky' and the standout title track. Thankful is a bold statement from a real musical messenger.