Atlantic Rhythm And Blues 1947-1974 Box Set ( 14 Vinyl ) Excellent Condition
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Description
The Atlantic Rhythm and Blues 1947-1974 vinyl box set is a 14-LP collection of some of the most important and influential rhythm and blues recordings from Atlantic Records' early years. The set features a wide range of artists, from early pioneers like Ruth Brown and Ray Charles to later stars like Aretha Franklin and the Drifters.
The set is divided into 14 chronological discs, each of which covers a different era in Atlantic's history. The first disc, "The Early Years (1947-1952)", features music from Atlantic's earliest days, when the label was still finding its footing. The final disc, "The 1970s", features music from Atlantic's decline as a major force in rhythm and blues.
The set includes a number of classic recordings, such as:
- Ruth Brown's "Teardrops from My Eyes"
- Ray Charles' "What'd I Say"
- The Drifters' "There Goes My Baby"
- The Coasters' "Yakety Yak"
- LaVern Baker's "I Cried a Tear"
- Big Joe Turner's "Shake, Rattle and Roll"
- Clyde McPhatter's "A Lover's Question"
- The Orioles' "Crying in the Chapel"
- The Clovers' "Don't You Know I Love You"
- The Shirelles' "Will You Love Me Tomorrow"
- Aretha Franklin's "Respect"
The set is housed in a sturdy box with a fold-out cover that features a detailed timeline of Atlantic Records' history. The vinyl records are pressed on high-quality 180-gram vinyl and come housed in individual jackets.
The Atlantic Rhythm and Blues 1947-1974 vinyl box set is a must-have for any fan of rhythm and blues music. It is a comprehensive and fascinating look at one of the most important eras in the history of the genre. The set is also a valuable addition to any vinyl collection.
Here are some of the technical specifications of the box set:
- Format: 14-LP vinyl
- Genre: Rhythm and blues
- Label: Atlantic Records
- Release date: 1985
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