Mr. Soul – Sam Cooke
Original price
$55.00
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Original price
$55.00
Original price
$55.00
$55.00
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$55.00
Current price
$55.00
Condition: Brand New
Ships from: Melbourne
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Sam Cooke, the inventor and true king of soul, recorded "Mr. Soul" in the same year as "Night Beat" and created the more adult counterpart with mostly soulful ballads. The relaxed tempo and extensive arrangements form the basis over which Sam floats with his slightly melancholic voice, creating a mood that can heal any broken heart. With standards like "Willow Weep For Me," "I Wish You Love," and "For Sentimental Reasons," Cooke shows his quiet, emotional side without losing his flair for great melodies, which he carries with the power of his voice without being overbearing. Had Sam Cooke lived longer, we would have had more music of this rare quality, but as it is, we'll have to do with the treasures he left us. And now, for the first time in over 30 years,
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AllMusic rating:AllMusic users:Artist: Sam CookeLabel: Music On VinylFormat: LPUnits: 1Country: EuropeGenre: Soul & FunkStyle: Rhythm & Blues, SoulA1 I Wish You Love
A2 Willow Weep For Me
A3 Chains Of Love
A4 Smoke Rings
A5 All The Way
A6 Send Me Some Lovin'
B1 Cry Me A River
B2 Driftin' Blues
B3 (I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons
B4 Nothing Can Change This Love
B5 Little Girl
B6 These Foolish Things