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Bobby Womack has had a tough 2012. Early on he fought with pneumonia and was then diagnosed with colon cancer in March. Thankfully both were treated successfully, but it would take time to tell what effect both had on a man whose career has spanned more than 50 years. After a few releases in the '90s following his battle with drug addiction and a 2000 Christmas album, the legendary singer took a step back from the limelight, and appeared to fade into what seemed like retirement. That is, until he re-emerged in early 2010 on “Stylo”,
Gorillaz’ lead single from their third album
Plastic Beach, which also featured
Mos Def, now known as
Yasiin Bey.
His work with
Blur and Gorillaz frontman
Damon Albarn eventually lead to his first album in 12 years,
The Bravest Man in the Universe; a well-received release co-produced by Albarn and XL Recordings owner
Richard Russell that retained his soulful roots while embracing emerging genres including dubstep, grime and street bass. At the
HMV Forum on November 27, Womack treated fans to a performance that covered both his entire career, and convincingly showed that his talent still has the strength to continue for many years on.
