4/13/2026

Etta James , Songs & Legacy





Etta James Biography, Songs & Legacy (At Last Singer Guide)





Etta James portrait blues singer

Argo Records ‎1960/62 – LPS-4013

notes:


Etta James is the self-titled third studio album by American blues artist, 
Etta James. The album was released on Argo Records in 1962
 and was produced by Ralph Bass. 
The legendary Etta James remains one of the most powerful voices 
in blues, soul, and R&B history. Among her early releases, 
Argo Records ‎– LPS-4013 stands out as a highly collectible vinyl 
that captures her raw, emotional depth.
Released under Argo Records, this album showcases the signature 
blend of gospel, blues, and jazz that defined her early career.
This pressing reflects the golden era of analog recording, 
where Etta’s vocals were front and center—unfiltered and deeply 
expressive. Collectors and audiophiles value this record for both 
its sound quality and historical significance.

credits:


    Etta James - lead vocals
    The Riley Hampton Orchestra
    Riley Hampton - arranger, conductor
    Harvey Fuqua - duet vocals on "If I Can't Have You" and "Spoonful"
Phil Upchurch – guitar 
   Louis Satterfield – bass 
   Gene Barge – saxophone and arrangements

Released May 5, 1962
Recorded 1960-62
Studio Chess Studios, Chicago, Illinois
Ron Malo - engineer
Producer
Leonard Chess
Phil Chess

tracklist:


A1 Waiting For Charlie To Come Home
Written-By – Hilliard*, Bacharach*
A2 Guess Again
Written-By – Schroeder*, Glazer*, Gold*
A3 A Lover's Mourn
Written By – Reese
A4 You Can Count On Me
Written By – Singleton
A5 If I Can't Have You
Written-By – James*, Fuqua*
B1 Something's Got A Hold On Me
Written-By – James*, Kirkland*, Woods*
B2 My Dear
Written By – Reese
B3 Nobody But You
Written-By – W. Dixon*
B4 Let Me Know
Written-By – Gordy*, Davis*
B5 Spoonful
Written-By – W. Dixon*





 

 


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