Atlantic R&B 1947-1974 - Volume 8: 1970-1974

Atlantic R&B 1947–1974 – Volume 8: 1970–1974

Atlantic R&B 1947–1974 – Volume 8: 1970–1974 chronicles a golden era in soul music when classic R&B evolved into sophisticated Philadelphia soul, funk, and smooth contemporary soul. Drawing from the legendary catalogue of Atlantic Records, this outstanding collection features some of the most influential and enduring recordings of the early 1970s.

The compilation brings together a remarkable lineup of artists including Aretha Franklin, Roberta Flack, Donny Hathaway, The Spinners, Betty Wright, Wilson Pickett, and Blue Magic.

Highlights include Aretha Franklin's powerful Don't Play That Song and funk-infused Rock Steady, the timeless duet Where Is The Love? from Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway, Betty Wright's soul classic Clean Up Woman, and the elegant Philadelphia soul masterpieces I'll Be Around, Could It Be I'm Falling In Love?, and One Of A Kind (Love Affair) by The Spinners.

The collection also captures the rise of funk through tracks such as Groove Me by King Floyd and Funky Nassau by Beginning of the End, while showcasing the romantic soul sound that dominated radio throughout the decade.

An essential anthology for collectors of classic soul, funk, Philadelphia soul, and vintage R&B, this volume provides a perfect overview of Atlantic Records during one of its most commercially successful and artistically rich periods.

Tracklist:

1. Don't Play That Song (You Lied) – Aretha Franklin
2. Precious Precious – Jackie Moore
3. Groove Me – King Floyd
4. Patches – Clarence Carter
5. Don't Knock My Love (Part 1) – Wilson Pickett
6. Funky Nassau (Parts 1 & 2) – Beginning Of The End
7. Thin Line Between Love And Hate – The Persuaders
8. Rock Steady – Aretha Franklin
9. Day Dreamin' – Aretha Franklin
10. You've Got A Friend – Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway
11. Clean Up Woman – Betty Wright
12. Could It Be I'm Falling In Love? – The Spinners
13. Killing Me Softly With His Song – Roberta Flack
14. Where Is The Love? – Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway
15. I'll Be Around – The Spinners
16. Feel Like Makin' Love – Roberta Flack
17. One Of A Kind (Love Affair) – The Spinners
18. Sideshow – Blue Magic
19. Mighty Love – The Spinners
20. Love Won't Let Me Wait – Major Harris