"Newborn" marks the eighth studio album by James Gang, released in 1975, and it stands as their sole release on Atlantic Records. This album represents a significant lineup change for the band, with guitarist Tommy Bolin and singer Roy Kenner departing, and being replaced by guitarist Richard Shack and vocalist Bubba Keith. Notably, "Newborn" showcases a shift towards a more boogie-based sound compared to previous James Gang releases. The album includes a cover of the Elvis Presley classic "Heartbreak Hotel," adding a fresh interpretation to the iconic song. "Newborn" and its successor "Jesse Come Home" have been reissued together on one CD by Wounded Bird Records. The album's cover art is also noteworthy, featuring a reproduction of Salvador Dalí's painting "Geopoliticus Child Watching the Birth of the New Man," adding an artistic dimension to the album's presentation.
