{"product_id":"gladys-knight-miss-gladys-knight-the-first-solo-album","title":"Gladys Knight – Miss Gladys Knight (The First Solo Album)","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eGladys Knight – Miss Gladys Knight (The First Solo Album)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarking a significant milestone in the career of one of soul music's most beloved voices, Miss Gladys Knight (The First Solo Album) showcases Gladys Knight stepping into the spotlight as a solo artist while retaining the warmth, elegance, and emotional depth that made her a legend. Released in 1978, the album blends classic soul with contemporary R\u0026amp;B, disco, and sophisticated balladry, highlighting the remarkable versatility of the \"Empress of Soul.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing years of international success with Gladys Knight \u0026amp; The Pips, this debut solo outing allowed Knight to explore a more personal musical direction. Her unmistakable voice—rich, powerful, and filled with emotion—shines throughout a collection of beautifully crafted songs that balance heartfelt storytelling with polished late-1970s production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe album opens with the uplifting I'm Coming Home Again, before moving through the soulful Sail Away \/ Freedom For The Stallions and the tender I'm Still Caught Up With You. Dance music fans will appreciate the infectious groove of It's A Better Than Good Time (Disco), while Side B features memorable performances including We Don't Make Each Other Laugh Anymore, I'll Take A Melody, and the inspirational closing track Love Gives You The Power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of Aretha Franklin, Dionne Warwick, Roberta Flack, and Gladys Knight \u0026amp; The Pips, \u003cem\u003eMiss Gladys Knight\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential addition to any collection of classic soul, R\u0026amp;B, and disco-era vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTracklist\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'm Coming Home Again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSail Away \/ Freedom For The Stallions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'm Still Caught Up With You\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's A Better Than Good Time (Disco)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe Don't Make Each Other Laugh Anymore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Way It Was\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'll Take A Melody\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith You In Mind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLove Gives You The Power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_2BVQdzBc5Y?si=hH6JOLc_7xjnvzwz\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buddah Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54857274655062,"sku":"BDLP 4056","price":3.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1013\/7686\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_461a30d2-3816-4341-a9b9-a8b236e9e998.jpg?v=1785511542","url":"https:\/\/www.sounds-grounds.co.uk\/products\/gladys-knight-miss-gladys-knight-the-first-solo-album","provider":"Sounds + Grounds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}