It can appear that as a musician Mr. Timberlake either lacks or suppresses the instinct to innovate. As if aware of his shortcomings, on “Man of the Woods” Mr. Timberlake surrounds himself with top-shelf talent. At these and other moments, Mr. Timberlake seems like a guest on his own album. Mr. Timberlake just about holds his own with Mr. Stapleton, a mighty vocalist who is at ease in this setting that tilts more toward Memphis, where Mr. Timberlake was born, than Nashville. For maximum enjoyment, seek and savor the supporting pleasures Mr. Timberlake cooked up with his talented collaborators.

Source: Wall Street Journal February 06, 2018 19:41 UTC