Product reviewsAtlantic Rhythm & Blues 1947-1974 [Box] [Box] by Various Artists (CD, Oct-1991, 8 Discs, Atlantic (Label))

Classic Rhythm and Blues from a leading label of the genre.

Difficult to find this complete collection in such good condition. Including the often hard to find Volume 7 of 8. Fair value.

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The ultimate classic R&B collection!

Founded in 1947 by Ahmet Ertegun, Atlantic Records would go on to become one of the most successful record labels in music history. This collection, entitled "Atlantic Rhythm & Blues, 1947-1974" is an excellent example of the many great, legendary musical influences that came from this remarkable company. There are a total of 203 classic recordings contained on 8 CDs. The number of artists represented in this set reads like a literal 'who's who' of the R&B musical genre. Among the artists are Ruth Brown, Joe Turner, The Clovers, Ray Charles, LaVern Baker, Chuck Willis, The Drifters, The Coasters, Ben E. King, Clyde McPhatter, Solomon Burke, Booker T. And The MG's, Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Sam & Dave, Percy Sledge, Aretha Franklin, Archie Bell & The Drells, Clarence Carter, Roberta Flack and The Spinners. Great songs like "That Old Black Magic", "Shake, Rattle And Roll", "I Got A Woman", "Jim Dandy", "Since I Met You Baby", "Searchin", "Young Blood", "A Lover's Question", "Save The Last Dance For Me", "Spanish Harlem", "Stand By Me", "Green Onions", "Walkin' The Dog", "Under The Boardwalk", "In The Midnight Hour", "When A Man Loves A Woman", "Mustang Sally", "Soul Man", "Respect", "(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay", "Rainy Night In Georgia", "Sideshow" and "Love Won't Let Me Wait" are all included here, along with many other fabulous recordings. Winner of the Grammy Award for Best Historical Album, and a true milestone release, this set represents Rhythm and Blues music at its finest. It is a must-have collection for every R&B lover.Read full review...

Love the sound of rhythm and blues.

I grew up listening to these old songs and have always loved the Blues. Great sound and quality. Very satisfied.

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A "Flash Back" to Classic R&B

This collection has been out on the market for time, finally purchased it. One of my favorite music generis is R&B. Was intrigued by the early recordings. I'd
never heard of some of the artists. The collection really hits it's stride from
the mid 1950's through the 1970's. When I was a young kid I'd heard some of these tunes on the radio. My teen years, the early to late sixties was the golden years of R&B. Finally got the chance to purchase a remastered CD set with many of my old favorites. This collection will replace some of my old vinyl and cassette tapes. Some tunes that I've always wanted to own, but never purchased were in this collection-an extra added bonus. Real lyrics to real music. Even the fun songs, by the Coaster's paint a vivid picture with their lyrics. Love and emotion were real in those days. The emotion and energy speak
for themselves in the artists performances. Many of these songs are timeless classics-never to be matched in verve. Atlantic Records employed most of the best artists in R&B, for more than the better part of a generation. A super compilation!!!Read full review...

Good purchase

Looking forward to add to my collection

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Great set

Good sound quality and lots of good songs.

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