"My Time" is the fifth album by American rock musician Boz Scaggs, released in 1972 by Columbia Records. The album marked a shift in Scaggs' sound, with its mixture of rock, blues, country, and R&B styles representing a departure from the psychedelic rock of his earlier work with artist Steve Miller. Known for Scaggs' smooth vocals and the accomplished musicianship of his supporting band, "My Time" was prominently guided by the rhythms of soul and gospel.
Among the tracks on the ten-song album, "Dinah Flo" and "Slowly in the West" were released as singles. While "Dinah Flo" achieved some commercial success, the album itself did not chart as highly as Scaggs' later works. Despite this, "My Time" was praised by critics for its mature sound and songwriting, and is often cited as an early example of the blue-eyed soul genre.
As for the background, Boz Scaggs had started his musical journey in the late 1950s, spending several years as a guitarist for the Steve Miller Band before launching his solo career. After a few unsuccessful attempts, he finally achieved significant success with his fourth album, "Moments". Following this breakthrough, "My Time" was seen as Scaggs further defining his unique fusion of rock, blues, and R&B. This style would reach its peak success in the late 70s with Scaggs’ critically acclaimed "Silk Degrees" album.
Though it may not have received the same commercial success as some of Scaggs' later works, "My Time" played an instrumental role in the development of his distinctive musical style. The album continues to be appreciated by fans and critics alike for its innovative fusion of genres and soulful performances.
