Atlantic R&B 1947-1974 - Volume 5: 1961-1965

Atlantic R&B 1947–1974 – Volume 5: 1961–1965

Atlantic R&B 1947–1974 – Volume 5: 1961–1965 chronicles one of the most influential periods in American popular music, capturing the moment when rhythm & blues evolved into classic soul. Featuring an extraordinary lineup of artists from the legendary Atlantic Records catalogue, this collection highlights the timeless recordings that helped define the sound of the early 1960s.

As soul music blossomed across the United States, Atlantic Records became home to many of the era's greatest performers. This superb compilation features iconic recordings by Ben E. King, Solomon Burke, Otis Redding, Booker T. & the M.G.'s, The Drifters, Barbara Lewis, William Bell, and many more artists whose music continues to inspire generations.

The collection is packed with unforgettable classics including Green Onions, These Arms Of Mine, Under The Boardwalk, On Broadway, Cry To Me, Walkin' The Dog, Land Of 1000 Dances, Baby I'm Yours, Hello Stranger, I (Who Have Nothing), and Don't Play That Song (You Lied). Together, these recordings showcase the emergence of Southern soul, sophisticated vocal harmony, instrumental R&B, and the unmistakable sound that would influence popular music for decades.

A must-have for collectors and soul enthusiasts alike, Atlantic R&B 1947–1974 – Volume 5: 1961–1965 offers an outstanding snapshot of one of the richest eras in the Atlantic catalogue and remains an essential anthology of classic rhythm & blues and soul.

Tracklist:

1. The Coasters – Little Egypt – 2:51
2. Ben E. King – Amor – 3:03
3. The Mar-Keys – Last Night – 2:35
4. The Ikettes – I'm Blue – 2:30
5. William Bell – You Don't Miss Your Water – 2:58
6. The Falcons – I Found A Love – 2:53
7. Solomon Burke – Cry To Me – 2:32
8. Ben E. King – Don't Play That Song (You Lied) – 2:36
9. Booker T. & the M.G.'s – Green Onions – 2:50
10. The Drifters – Up On The Roof – 2:34
11. LaVern Baker – See See Rider – 2:32
12. Ben E. King – I (Who Have Nothing) – 2:30
13. Solomon Burke – If You Need Me – 2:30
14. Otis Redding – These Arms Of Mine – 2:32
15. Barbara Lewis – Hello Stranger – 2:44
16. The Drifters – On Broadway – 2:58
17. Doris Troy – Just One Look – 2:28
18. Nat Kendrick & The Swans – Mashed Potatoes – 2:57
19. Chris Kenner – Land Of 1000 Dances – 2:26
20. Rufus Thomas – Walkin' The Dog – 2:30
21. Esther Phillips – Release Me – 3:17
22. Don Covay – Mercy, Mercy – 2:21
23. The Drifters – Under The Boardwalk – 2:43
24. Esther Phillips – And I Love Him – 2:40
25. Joe Tex – Hold What You've Got – 3:05
26. Otis Redding – Mr. Pitiful – 2:38
27. Barbara Lewis – Baby I'm Yours – 2:32