'We're in the fun business - if we're not having fun we're not doing our job'. This quote adorns the inner sleeve of this Jack Clement album. The quote in combination with photos of Clement (white goatee, big grin and cowboy hat) paint the picture of a man who was 'larger than life'. Nevertheless, he reached the respectable age of 82, because Clement passed away on August 8, 2013. During his lifetime
… he was a songwriter and producer. His songs have been recorded by Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton and Ray Charles, among others. That Clement was a respected professional is evident from the long list of guest musicians who assisted him for this CD. Gillian Welch, Dan Auerbach, Emmylou Harris and Rodney Crowell are just a few of the well-known names from the roots world who feature on this album. But the true star on For Once And For All is Clement himself who performs twelve of his favorite songs. With his relaxed southern voice you believe every word he sings. This posthumous album thus marks the end of a long career in 'the fun business'. (PdK)more
