"Early Soul Classics Volume 2" is a treasure trove of soulful gems that transports listeners to the golden era of soul music. The album's carefully curated selection of tracks showcases the rich diversity and raw emotion of the genre. From the powerful vocals of Aretha Franklin to the smooth harmonies of Diana Ross & The Supremes, each song embodies the essence of soul with its infectious grooves and heartfelt lyrics. Whether it's the irresistible rhythm of Motown or the passionate delivery of Stax Records, this compilation captures the essence of an era that continues to inspire and move audiences. "Early Soul Classics Volume 2" is a must-have for any soul music enthusiast and a testament to the enduring power of this beloved genre.
Track List
Disc: 1
01. Shake, Rattle And Roll (Big Joe Turner)
02. So Long (Ruth Brown)
03. Greenbacks (Ray Charles)
04. Young Blood (The Coasters)
05. I'm Gonna Quit While I'm Ahead (The Ronettes)
06. After The Lights Go Down Low (Al Hibbler with Jack Pleis Orchestra)
07. Will You Love Me Tomorrow (The Shirelles)
08. Good Lovin' (The Clovers)
09. Baby Cakes (Dee Dee Sharp)
10. Honey Love (Clyde McPhatter & The Drifters)
11. My Mamma Told Me (Barbara Lewis)
12. Cole Slaw (Frank "Floorshow" Culley)
13. Try A Little Tenderness (Aretha Franklin)
14. Mardi Gras In New Orleans (Professor Longhair)
15. Time Changes Things (Diana Ross & The Supremes)
16. Run Red Run (The Coasters)
17. Keep Your Hands Off My Baby (Little Eva)
18. That Old Black Magic (Tiny Grimes)
19. It's Mine (Tammy Montgomery)
20. Tee - nah
21. Nobody But You (Dee Clark)
22. Anytime, Anyplace, Anywhere (Joe Morris)
23. Just For A Thrill (Ray Charles)
24. One Monkey Don't Stop No Show (Stick McGhee)
25. This Magic Moment (The Drifters)
26. I'm On The Wagon (The Ronettes)
Disc: 2
01. Down In The Valley (Solomon Burke)
02. Fools Fall In Love (The Drifters)
03. Tomorrow Night (LaVern Baker)
04. Without Love, There Is Nothing (Clyde McPhatter)
05. A Fool For You (Ray Charles)
06. Shop Around (Smokey Robinson & The Miracles)
07. Won't Be Long (Aretha Franklin)
08. It's Too Late (Chuck Willis)
09. Who Wouldn't Love A Man Like That (Mable John)
10. Green Onions (Booker T. & The MG's)
11. You'll Lose A Good Thing (Barbara Lynn)
12. Since I Met You Baby (Ivory Joe Hunter)
13. Hush Heart (Baby Washington)
14. Down In Mexico (The Coasters)
15. 5 - 10
16. Young Boy Blues (Ben E. King)
17. Love Letters (Ketty Lester)
18. Midnight Special Train (Big Joe Turner)
19. Playboy (The Marvelettes)
20. This Little Girl Of Mine (Ray Charles)
21. Should I Ever Love Again (Wynona Carr)
22. I Found A Love (The Falcons with Wilson Pickett)
23. Chains (The Cookies)
24. Jim Dandy (LaVern Baker)
25. Adorable (The Drifters)
26. I'm Mad At You (Wynona Carr)
Disc: 3
01. My Babe (The Tymes)
02. Release Me (Little Esther Phillips)
03. I'm Blue (The Gong - Gong Song) (The Ikettes)
04. Gravy, For My Mashed Potatoes (Dee Dee Sharp)
05. Let The Good Times Roll (Ray Charles)
06. Don't Feel Rained On (Esther Phillips)
07. You Don't Miss Your Water (William Bell)
08. Operator Gladys Knight & The Pips)
09. Little Egypt (The Coasters)
10. Mannish Boy (Muddy Waters)
11. Shouldn't I Know (The Cardinals)
12. I'm Hanging Up My Heart For You (Solomon Burke)
13. Last Night (The Mar - Keys)
14. I Did My Part (Irma Thomas)
15. Stand By Me (Ben E. King)
16. Lovey Dovey (The Clovers)
17. What Am I Livin' For? (Chuck Willis)
18. A Handful Of Memories (Baby Washington)
19. Hey Little Girl (Professor Longhair)
20. Actions Speak Louder Than Words (Mable John)
21. Danny Boy (Al Hibbler)
22. Hallelujah I Love Her So (Ray Charles)
23. Lowe Groovin' (Joe Morris)
24. I'll Get Along Somehow (Ruth Brown)
25. Chains Of Love (Big Joe Turner)
26. All I Could Do Was Cry (Etta James)
Disc: 4
01. It Should've Been Me (Ray Charles)
02. W - O
03. Yakety Yak (The Coasters)
04. Love Is The Only Thing (Aretha Franklin)
05. Amor (Ben E. King)
06. Daddy Daddy (Ruth Brown)
07. Up On The Roof (The Drifters)
08. You Beat Me To The Punch (Mary Wells)
09. Mr Lee (The Bobbettes)
10. I Want A Guy (The Supremes)
11. Betty And Dupree (Chuck Willis)
12. Ya Ya(Lee Dorsey)
13. A Lover's Question (Clyde McPhatter)
14. Send For Me If You Need Some Lovin' (Barbara George)
