The 1972 album "Life, Love and Faith" showcases Toussaint's singular blend of sophisticated arrangements and deep New Orleans soul, originally released on Rhino/Warner Records. This release arrived during a prolific stretch of his solo career, cementing his status as a premier R&B artist.
- "Life, Love and Faith" was released in August 1972, shortly after Toussaint's own "Southern Nights" album. The album features a deep funk groove on tracks like "Goin' Down." It was released on Rhino/Warner Records.
- The album was recorded in New Orleans, Toussaint's home base. Key tracks include "Everybody's Talking" and "When the World is at Peace."
- This release came on the heels of Toussaint's extensive production work for artists like Lee Dorsey and The Meters. He also penned the hit "When the World Is at Peace" for Albert King.
Allen Toussaint was a towering figure in New Orleans R&B and funk, a songwriter, producer, and arranger whose influence stretched across decades. In 1972, he was fully immersed in his fertile period as a recording artist for his own albums, following his foundational work for others.
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