The Wicked Pickett Liane speaks with legendary soul singer Wilson Pickett about his new record "It's Harder Now." (Bullseye Blues and Jazz 11661-9625-2). Wilson Pickett rocked dance floors around the world with various hits in the 1960s and 70s including "Midnight Hour," "Mustang Sally," "6-3-4-5-7-8-9" and a soulful rendition of The Beatles' hit "Hey Jude." He is still busy performing live, but "It's Harder Now" is his first studio recording in 12 years.

The Wicked Pickett

The Wicked Pickett

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Liane speaks with legendary soul singer Wilson Pickett about his new record "It's Harder Now." (Bullseye Blues and Jazz 11661-9625-2). Wilson Pickett rocked dance floors around the world with various hits in the 1960s and 70s including "Midnight Hour," "Mustang Sally," "6-3-4-5-7-8-9" and a soulful rendition of The Beatles' hit "Hey Jude." He is still busy performing live, but "It's Harder Now" is his first studio recording in 12 years.