Folksinger John McCutcheon delivers songs inspired by the pandemic. Plus, reissues from the Staples Singers and new music from LeRoux, the Wildmans and Anthony Geraci.
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Music Review: Various Artists – ‘Jesus Rocked the Jukebox: Small Group Black Gospel 1951-1965’
Concord Music assembled this blast of classic gospel from the 1950s and '60s expressly to show the direct and multifaceted influence of gospel music on secular soul and rock 'n' roll. In addition to its historical and musicological interest, it's pure enjoyment any old way (but if you have a record player, get the 3-LP vinyl edition.)
Read More »Music Review: Various Artists – ‘The Soul of Designer Records’
'The Soul of Designer Records' is one of the most fascinating compilations of gospel music ever produced.
Read More »Music Review: Shirley Brown – Woman To Woman [Stax Remasters]
Shirley Brown lays down the law on this classic mid-seventies soul album, reissued now with previously unreleased gems.
Read More »Music Review: The Staple Singers – Be Altitude
Another gem from the Stax Remasters Series.
Read More »Music Review: Various Artists – Stax Number Ones
A southern fried Stax O'Wax Trax that sounds just as finger lickin' good today.
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