Linda Thompson Gets Versatile

After retiring from recording in 1985 due to a rare vocal disorder, British folk legend Linda Thompson made one of the great comeback albums in recent music history with 2002's Fashionably Late.

This summer, Thompson will embark upon yet another chapter in her storied career with the release of Versatile Heart.

Due out August 14 on Rounder Records, the album was recorded in New York City and Scotland with producer Ed Haber and features seven Thompson originals, four of which she co-wrote with son Teddy Thompson and another of which is a duet with acclaimed vocalist Antony, written for Linda by Rufus Wainwright.

Got news tips for Paste? Email news@pastemagazine.com.