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