Texas artist Holland K. Smith's long awaited new album, listeners will find the honest vocals and distinctive guitar work they expect. What's more, the blues and roots-rockin' styles to which Smith had previously applied his indelible songwriting are jazz and latin sounds. With a strong emphasis on various shades of classic soul music. World, get ready: Cobalt, gritty and beautiful, should put the name of Holland K. Smith on the lips of everyone who takes American music seriously.