Gospel 45 Record Sensational Nightingales "Sinner's Plea"/"I Thank you Lord" EX+
$
77
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Description
Offered here is a powerful 45 RPM gospel single by The Sensational Nightingales, featuring “A Sinner’s Plea” b/w “I Thank You Lord,” released in the 1950s on the revered Peacock Records (Catalog No. 5-1709).
Peacock Records—founded by Don Robey in Houston, Texas—was a cornerstone of gospel and R&B music, issuing deeply influential recordings that bridged sacred and secular styles. The Sensational Nightingales were among the label’s defining acts, known for their emotionally charged performances and tight vocal arrangements that would later influence soul music.
Songs like “A Sinner’s Plea” embody the raw, spiritual intensity of mid-century gospel, while “I Thank You Lord” showcases the group’s signature blend of devotion and musical sophistication. Early Peacock pressings are highly regarded among collectors of gospel, soul roots, and Black American musical history.
Catalog number: 5-1709
Matrix/Runout (label): ACA 2214 / ACA 2213
(Hand-etched runout markings present but faint and partially obscured)
Condition:
Vinyl is in VG (Very Good) condition.
* Noticeable surface scratches and scuffs consistent with regular play
* Playback will include background noise but remains playable
* Labels show moderate wear but are still legible
* No cracks or warping observed
Collector Notes:
Original Peacock gospel 45s remain undervalued gems in the hobby, especially from cornerstone groups like the Nightingales. These recordings carry both musical and cultural weight, representing a direct line from gospel quartets to the emergence of soul and R&B in the 1960s.
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