The music of Bill Withers can definitely speak for itself as a timeless collection of songs, perfect for 1971 with it's mix of gritty southern R#38;B, introspective and politically charged lyrics, and even a touch of Woodstock hippie vibes. nbsp; But his debut album, "Just as I Am" has a very underrated role in the history of landmark albums by DIY artists who circumvented the major label system. nbsp; Bill discusses how he was put off by the LA star machine and wound up landing at Clarence Avant's startup indie label, Sussex Records.

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