Merry Clayton -Merry Clayton -Repertoire CD Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01. "Southern man"

02. "Walk on in"

03. "After all this time"

04. "Love me or let me be lonely"

05. "A song for you"

06. "Sho' nuff"

07. "Streamroller"

08. "Same old story"

09. "Light on the hill"

10. "Grandma's hands"

11. "Whatever"

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Description:

Fresh off her electrifying performance on the Rolling Stones' Gimme Shelter, this spine-tingling soul singer hit the studio to record her 1970 solo debut. Her own version of that title song joins her inspired spin on Bridge over Troubled Water plus Here Come Those Heartaches Again; You've Been Acting Strange; I Ain't Gonna Worry My Life Away; Tell All the People, and more! -

Neil Young, Carole King, Billy Preston, Leon Russell, James Taylor and Bill Withers all saw their songs covered by Merry on her 1971 LP. Her reputation soared yet higher after people witnessed her stunning performances of Southern Man; Walk on In; After All This Time; Same Old Story; Grandma's Hands; a Song for You; Light on the Hill, and more!

The self-titled album "Merry Clayton" is a soulful masterpiece by the legendary American singer Merry Clayton, released in 1971 and now available on CD from Repertoire. This record showcases Clayton's powerful vocals and emotional depth, blending soul, gospel, and rock influences into an unforgettable listening experience. Highlights include her stirring renditions of songs like "Southern Man" and "After All This Time," which display both her interpretive prowess and unique style. Merry Clayton is perhaps best known for her iconic duet with Mick Jagger on The Rolling Stones' classic track "Gimme Shelter." Throughout her career, she has collaborated with artists such as Ray Charles, Carole King, Joe Cocker, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Her solo work stands out for its intensity and authenticity. Repertoire Records is renowned for their high-quality reissues of classic albums across genres?ensuring that timeless music remains accessible to new generations.

Producer:

Lou Adler

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Manufacturer No.:

RPR0517727.2

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