Search - Lou Rawls :: Live

One of the finest jazz vocal albums of the 1960s!

B. J. Lane | Levittown, PA United States | 02/18/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Although Lou Rawls would go on to superstardom in the world of music, this fantastic set from early 1966 (cannot believe it was released 40 years ago) clearly showcased his ability to handle jazz and blues material, with a great rhythm section (all studio pros) that supported him all the way.



Lou not only could master a song with a great baritone voice, but he also could tell stories that weaved into the song - check out "Tobacco Road" and "World of Trouble" - two songs that brought back great memories when I listened to the entire album (for the first time, I have to add).



January 6, 2006 was a very sad day for me (and Lou's fans around the world) because his great voice was silenced; however, we are very fortunate to have his music to enjoy for many years to come. Rest in peace, brother Lou!"

If I could only have one record on a desert island this woul

David A. Wagner | Michigan | 11/23/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I have owned this album in every format since its release: LP, 8-track, cassette and I am thrilled it is finally available on CD. I bought a bunch of equipment, software and an old Dual turntable primarily so that I could digitize this treasure before it turned to dust. This is the soulful, gritty, down-home, bluesy Lou Rawls that made me a fan in the early 60s. He has never come close to this since. Rawls's pipes are still great but when I want violins to accompany songs, I go to the symphony. This is the real deal. I only wish he'd recapture this magic. In the meantime, I'll have this CD."

Sophistication and indulgence inside

detakoizu | Naha, Japan | 08/28/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"To tell the truth, I recognized Lou Rawls for the first time when I heard his name on Authur Conley's Sweet Soul Music. Why was Lou taken up with soul singers like Sam & Dave, Wilson Pickett or James Brown (Otis Redding was the writer of it)? His low-voiced smooth delivery is jazzy, but he still holds the fervor of gospel soul. You can find it in this long-awaited reissued CD. Recorded at Capitol Studios and accompanied by a jazz quartet, Lou shared close and intimate atmosphere with the audience. His signature monologues ran smoothly to Tobacco Road or World of Trouble. I don't think it is an orthodox soul music but it must be soulful in its spirit."