Atlantic R&B 1947-1974 - Volume 3: 1955-1957

Atlantic R&B 1947–1974 – Volume 3: 1955–1957

Atlantic R&B 1947–1974 – Volume 3: 1955–1957 captures a pivotal era in American popular music, documenting the years when rhythm & blues helped shape the birth of rock & roll and laid the foundations for modern soul music. Drawn from the legendary catalogue of Atlantic Records, this superb collection features many of the artists who defined the sound of the mid-1950s.

The compilation showcases groundbreaking recordings from Ray Charles, whose fusion of gospel, blues, and R&B would revolutionise popular music. Classic tracks such as A Fool For You, Drown In My Own Tears, Hallelujah, I Love Her So, and Lonely Avenue highlight the emergence of a truly distinctive and influential musical voice.

Alongside Ray Charles are essential recordings from Big Joe Turner, The Drifters, Clyde McPhatter, The Coasters, LaVern Baker, and Ruth Brown. Together, these artists helped define the Atlantic sound and influenced countless musicians who followed.

Featuring a rich blend of doo-wop harmonies, jump blues, vocal group classics, and early rock & roll hits, this collection is an essential listen for fans of vintage R&B and a fascinating snapshot of a transformative period in music history.

Tracklist:

1. The Door Is Still Open – The Cardinals
2. Flip Flop And Fly – Joe Turner
3. A Fool For You – Ray Charles
4. This Little Girl Of Mine – Ray Charles
5. Play It Fair – LaVern Baker
6. Adorable – The Drifters
7. Smokey Joe's Cafe – The Robins
8. Ruby Baby – The Drifters
9. In Paradise – The Cookies
10. The Chicken And The Hawk – Joe Turner
11. Devil Or Angel – The Clovers
12. Drown In My Own Tears – Ray Charles
13. Hallelujah, I Love Her So – Ray Charles
14. Jim Dandy – LaVern Baker
15. Down In Mexico – The Coasters
16. Corinne Corrina – Joe Turner
17. Treasure Of Love – Clyde McPhatter
18. Love, Love, Love – The Clovers
19. It's Too Late – Chuck Willis
20. Lonely Avenue – Ray Charles
21. Since I Met You Baby – Ivory Joe Hunter
22. Lucky Lips – Ruth Brown
23. Without Love (There Is Nothing) – Clyde McPhatter
24. Fools Fall In Love – The Drifters
25. Midnight Special Train – Joe Turner
26. Empty Arms – Ivory Joe Hunter
27. C.C. Rider – Chuck Willis
28. Searchin' – The Coasters