The Ad Libs & Friends feature recordings by the Ad Libs, who scored with "The Boy From New York City"; the Dixie Cups of "Iko Iko" and "Chapel of Love" fame; and three less successful Red Bird and World Artist recording groups: the Poets, the Butterflies, and the Charmettes. The Poets -- Don McPherson, Luther Simmons, and Tony Silvester -- who became the Insiders then Main Ingrediant represent with "Merry Christmas Baby"; the Butterflies do {$Ellie G...   [ read more ]

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Carmen McRae was making her debut in the United Kingdom during this radio broadcast appearance at London's Flamingo Jazz Club in 1961. The talented jazz vocalist brought along her regular pianist of the era, Don Abney, while engaging locals Phil Seaman (drums) and Kenny Napper (bass). The singer is in top form throughout this nearly 38-minute set, as she works magic with standards like the lush "Body and Soul," a playful "Thou Swell" in which she ad libs the opening line to indicate th...   [ read more ]

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After nearly a two-year hiatus from the charts, the Queen of Soul returned in style with three Billboard R&B Top Ten singles, including the number one smash hit "Freeway of Love." With its festive rhythm arrangement and electric sax solo by Clarence Clemons, Aretha Franklin injects her lively vocals. It held the number one spot for five straight weeks. The title track, "Who's Zoomin' Who," has a more soulful bounce, including Franklin's delivery. Its sputtering bassline and chiming keyboa...   [ read more ]

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