Willie was a modern day renaissance man: musician, singer/songwriter, arranger, and producer as well as a founding father of the Chicago Blues sound. Continue Reading
"On A Clear Day" is an exquisite Sinatra performance, made deep and lush by the swelling of Nelson Riddle‘s small orchestra with the big-band swing behind him. Continue Reading
This is the album that made Aretha Franklin the undisputed Queen of Soul back in 1967, a title she never relinquished throughout her stellar career. Continue Reading
Backed by the inimitable Stax Records session group The Bar-Kays, Isaac Hayes' second solo record was a simmering masterpiece of hot soul music. Continue Reading
The 10 inch LP version of The Hit Makers! originated in 1953 and featured eight tracks only, It was a delightful showcase for the brilliant guitar work of Les Paul and the sultry voice of Mary Ford. Continue Reading