All the Way (Diamanda Galás album)

All the Way is a 2017 live album by Diamanda Galás, released on Intravenal Sound Operations. The album features Galás performing primarily blues and gospel standards, with a focus on themes of death, loss, and social injustice.

The album was recorded in 2016 during a series of performances at the Church of the Messianic Message in New York City. The tracklist includes covers of songs by Blind Willie Johnson, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, and Johnny Cash, alongside traditional gospel hymns. Galás's interpretations are characterized by her signature operatic vocals, intense emotional delivery, and minimalist arrangements.

The album is notable for its raw and stripped-down sound, featuring Galás primarily accompanying herself on piano. The arrangements allow for the full power of her vocal performance to take center stage, emphasizing the emotional weight of the lyrics.

Reception to All the Way was generally positive, with critics praising Galás's powerful vocals and interpretation of the material. Some reviewers noted the album's thematic consistency and its reflection of Galás's ongoing exploration of themes related to grief, suffering, and resilience.