Westender
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That guy can sing. I mean really sing. Great presence and a lovely rapport with the audience. Not sure about some of the material but i want to hear more of them.
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The original is so damn good! That insistent piano, bubbling percussion,nifty guitars and Ronnie's sax on top. A classic. Never fails to grab my attention.
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Very nice. Pick for me is the Shirley Caesar track but there are no duds here.
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Jackson or Collins for me. Think they have the fuller, more interesting arrangements. Collins delivers a good performance and the whole thing is very nicely put together, but i'm going with Jackson for his well judged vocal, the very interesting vocal harmony arrangement and those vibes!
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Indeed. Many will say that real soul music was in decline in the late 70s. Think you have to judge todays music on its own terms. It isnt what we had and it never will be. That time has passed.
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Indeed. Many will say that real soul music was in decline in the late 70s. Think you have to judge todays music on its own terms. It isnt what we had and it never will be. That time has passed.
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Part of a fantastic Memphis rhythm section who displayed immaculate timing and economy. They instinctively knew that less equals more.
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Top class selection. Very enjoyable.
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Always liked Lew's singing. The Invitations tracks are top class. He features on this tasty outing.....
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The fine lead voice on Sadie Sadie sounds really familiar but i cant place it. They seem to be just a straight covers group from the mid 60's. The net doesnt supply any answers!
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The use of syndrums in the Dells version rules that out. I love the Dells and Marvin is one of the great singers but those annoying interventions just ruin it for me. Laura's version is fine enough but I dont think this is her at her best. Which leaves the Tops. Levi is in great form and the arrangement does enough without being overblown. I'll go for them.
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Baby Washington just cleaned up. I dont think i've heard that version before but frankly she wipes the floor with everyone else.
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Clear winner for me. Little Anthony by a street. Susan Rafey is a lightweight singer packing no punch and the Philly Devotions version is over produced. The Alicia Keys version is quite nice.
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Edwin for me too. Love his voice and the contrast with the backing singers cuts through really well.
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Just fabulous. Another great set. DJ Jazzy Jeff is an artist I wouldnt normally listen to but I really liked that track. Thanks for putting these together.
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Really nice mix featuring some great cuts. Bettye's sublime reading of This Old Heart of Mine just wipes me out.
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Great mix. The final track from Sandra Wright is just fabulous.
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Tracks 1-9 very good. Standard sags a bit in the middle but good ending with tracks 17-19. Pick has to the Soul Children track. A worthwhile release and shows that Stax were putting out very fine music right up to it's closure.
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Tracks 1-9 very good. Standard sags a bit in the middle but good ending with tracks 17-19. Pick has to the Soul Children track. A worthwhile release and shows that Stax were putting out very fine music right up to it's closure.
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A terrific selection. Great stuff, thanks.
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Saw it last night. It was a bit patchy. The music was great and Hudson gave a wonderful performance - she really is one helluva singer. These films are difficult to pull off, particularly when you are trying to tell the story of a life and career spanning 30 odd years. This one was only partially satisfying I felt.
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Saw it last night. It was a bit patchy. The music was great and Hudson gave a wonderful performance - she really is one helluva singer. These films are difficult to pull off, particularly when you are trying to tell the story of a life and career spanning 30 odd years. This one was only partially satisfying I felt.
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