Al TNT Braggs - "Cigarettes & Coffee" (2:20)
Shirley Raymond - "You're Gonna Miss Me" (2:24)
Otis Redding - "Shout Bamalama" (1:56)
Bobby Bland - "I've Been Wrong For So Long" (2:19)
Little Junior Parker - "Backtracking" (2:37)
Louis Jones - "That's Cuz I Love You" (2:47)
Little Bob & The Lolllipops - "You Don't Have To Cry" (3:11)
Roscoe Shelton - "Please Think It Over" (2:47)
Ted Taylor - "If I Don't See You Again" (2:09)
Roy Lee Johnson - "Too Many Tears" (2:17)
Elmore Morris - "What Can I Do For You" (2:25)
William Bell - "You Don't Miss Your Water" (3:01)
Joe Medwick - "I Cried" (2:55)
Joe Tex - "Blessed Are These Tears" (2:21)
Earl Gaines - "Best Of Luck Baby" (2:27)
Sam & Dave - "My Love Belongs To You" (2:20)
Fontella Bass - "I Don't Hurt Anymore" (2:10)
James Brown - "Please, Please, Please" (2:46)
Review: The record Store Day releases are coming thick and fast for 2024 and this is a gem in amongst them. It is said that the so-called "Golden Age of Southern Soul" lasted from about 1962 to 1975, after which point it was disco that shot to prominence and took all the headlines. Although the ensuing fusion of country, gospel, and r&b from the legendary Memphis and Muscle Shoals in the '60s appeared groundbreaking, southern soul drew from diverse influences. Horn lines from Louisiana's swamp pop, blues' lyrical themes, country music's melodies, and profound inspiration from black churches all contributed. As part of the 'History of Soul' series, this LP uncovers southern soul's musical roots with insightful notes by John Ridley, so prepare to be captivated by a truly authentic narrative and electrifying sounds.
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