SOUTHBOUND: My Musical Journey Home

    In 2017, my good friend and brother, Kelvin Wooten, approached me with an idea. He said, “Man, you should write a book!” At that time, I couldn’t imagine what I'd write about. However, in 2022, I realized we were approaching the 25th anniversary of my album “Southbound,” and I thought sharing the inspiration behind and the making of this pivotal record in my journey could be an interesting topic. I decided to use the concept from the original CD insert's artwork, which featured my southern-themed photographs and liner notes, as the template for my first book, “SOUTHBOUND: My Musical Journey Home.” It is part biography, commentary, and travelogue featuring nearly 100 photographs from 1981 to the present.

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    CDS

    My Heartbeat - CD

      My Heartbeat - CD

      The new album by Eric Essix featuring the hit singles Time To Chill, Gumbo and My Heartbeat!

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      $20.00
      Stride - CD

        Stride - CD

        The 28th release by Eric Essix that contains the Bill Withers classic Ain't No Sunshine featuring Ruben Studdard!

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        $18.00
        Songs From The Deep - CD

          Songs From The Deep - CD

          Eric's 27th album, recorded in 2020, that includes the radio hits Late Night Drive, The Deep and 3 AM! CD is only available here on the website!

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          $18.00
          More - CD

            More - CD

            In 2018 Eric celebrated two milestones; the release of his 25th album, More, and 30 years as a recording artist. This album features the single The Triumphant.

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            $18.00
            The Isley Sessions - CD

              The Isley Sessions - CD

              Eric's all-time best-selling CD is now back in stock!

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              $18.00
              Eric Essix/Move Trio - CD

                Eric Essix/Move Trio - CD

                After a four year run as Eric's exclusive touring ensemble, the group consisting of keyboardist, Kelvin Wooten and drummer, James PJ Spraggins, documented their journey with this recording in 2015.

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                $15.00
                Evolution - CD

                  Evolution - CD

                  Eric's 2013 collection, Evolution, combines the spirit of his Southern roots and gospel background, with a nod to traditional jazz to create a recording dedicated to the four young women who lost their lives in the 1963 Read more

                  Eric's 2013 collection, Evolution, combines the spirit of his Southern roots and gospel background, with a nod to traditional jazz to create a recording dedicated to the four young women who lost their lives in the 1963 bombing of Birmingham's 16th Street Baptist Church.

                  “Evolution was created to share a message of healing, reconciliation and hope."

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                  Southbound - CD

                    Southbound - CD

                    LIMITED NUMBER OF THIS PRODUCT AVAILABLE Southbound changed Eric's musical life, sound and direction as a recording artist. It is the first installment of a trilogy of recordings that were inspired by his homeland in the Read more

                    LIMITED NUMBER OF THIS PRODUCT AVAILABLE Southbound changed Eric's musical life, sound and direction as a recording artist. It is the first installment of a trilogy of recordings that were inspired by his homeland in the Deep South which includes the albums "Somewhere In Alabama" and "Birmingham". Recently discovered in the Zebra Records warehouse, this limited number of original CD recordings are still in the shrink wrap and won't last long.

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                    $20.00
                    This Train: The Gospel Sessions - CD

                      This Train: The Gospel Sessions - CD

                      Eric revisits his gospel roots with an epic project that features stellar guest performances by Kirk Whalum, Candi Staton, The Birmingham Sunlights, Kevin Whalum, Jason Eskridge, Belinda George Peoples, Kaleah Wooten, The Quilters Of Gees Bend and Ruben Studdard!

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