Cooke, Sam - Mr. Soul.

Sam Cooke, inventor and true King of Soul, recorded 'Mr. Soul' in the same year as 'Night Beat' (MOVLP163), and seems to be its more adult counterpart, with soulful ballads taking up most of the album. A laidback tempo and rich arrangements lay the foundation over which Sam's somewhat melancholy voice floats, creating an uplifting spirit that can mend anyone's broken heart. 

With standards such as 'Willow Weep For Me', 'I Wish You Love', and "For Sentimental Reasons', Cooke shows a quiet emotive side of himself without losing his keen sense of melody, using the strength of his voice without overpowering the listener. 

Had Sam Cooke lived longer, we might have had more music of this rare quality. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam_Cooke

A1  I Wish You Love    

A2  Willow Weep For Me    

A3  Chains Of Love    

A4  Smoke Rings    

A5  All The Way    

A6  Send Me Some Lovin'

 

B1  Cry Me A RIver    

B2  Driftin' Blues    

B3  For Sentimental Reasons    

B4  Nothing Can Change This Love    

B5  Little Girl    

B6  These Foolish Things