James Hunter talks new old soul sound, 'Minute by Minute'

Sometimes it takes the British to remind Americans about their cultural treasures. In the '60s, bands like The Rolling Stones brought American blues to the masses. In recent years, singers like Adele tapped into classic American soul.

Like them, James Hunter is a soul-obsessed export, and he has performed alongside Van Morrison and Aretha Franklin.

amNY spoke with Hunter as he prepared to release his first album in five years, "Minute by Minute," which is now available.