20th Century Masters: The Best Of Etta James (Millennium Collection)

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Etta James was a legendary blues, soul, and jazz vocalist whose powerful voice and emotional delivery made her one of the most influential singers of her era. This compilation gathers her most celebrated recordings from the 1960s, including signature songs like “At Last,” “Something’s Got A Hold On Me,” “All I Could Do Was Cry,” “Stop The Wedding,” “Pushover,” “Don’t Cry Baby,” “Trust In Me,” “My Dearest Darling,” “Tell Mama,” and “Almost Persuaded.” The collection showcases her remarkable range across country blues, gospel, and rhythm and blues styles.

Released by Geffen as part of MCA’s 20th Century Masters: The Millennium Collection series, this CD features digitally remastered audio with liner notes by Joseph F. Laredo. The tracks were recorded between October 1960 and August 1968 at Muscle Shoals, Alabama. An excellent introduction to James’ Chess Records catalog, this used copy offers you a solid sampler of her most recognizable work at a fraction of the original retail price.