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Various Artists

The Greatest R&B Hits of 1956 [ CD / Album ]

The Greatest R&B Hits of 1956

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  • Released Date: 11 Nov 2012

  • Genre: R&B/Soul

Our Take

Ah, the sweet sounds of 1956 R&B hits, where the melodies were as smooth as a freshly buttered crumpet and the soulful voices transported listeners to a bygone era of cool cats and jukebox jive. Various Artists have compiled the ultimate collection of toe-tapping tunes in "The Greatest R&B Hits Of 1956 - Vol. 1", and let me tell you, it’s a right bobby dazzler.

From the infectious rhythm of Ray Charles' "Hallelujah I Love Her So" to the sultry crooning of Dinah Washington on "Trouble in Mind", this album is a veritable time machine that will have you bopping and swaying like it’s the swinging 50s all over again. The dynamic range of voices and styles on display here is nothing short of impressive, showcasing the diversity and talent that was thriving in the R&B scene of the era.

Tracks like Little Richard's "Long Tall Sally" and The Platters' "The Great Pretender" will have you feeling like you’re at a sock hop in greased-back hair and poodle skirts. The toe-tapping, hip-swaying beats will have you grooving from start to finish, leaving you hungry for more classics from this golden era of music. So grab your partner, grab a malt, and get ready to twist and shout to the sounds of 1956 R&B – you won’t be disappointed!

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. The Great Pretender
2. At My Front Door
3. Seven Days
4. Devil Or Angel
5. Pretty Thing
6. Need Your Love So Bad
7. Home at Last
8. The Chicken and the Hawk
9. Morning Noon and Night
10. Are You Satisfied
11. The Way You Dog Me Around
12. Drown in My Own Tears
13. Why Do Fools Fall in Love
14. Ain't That Loving You Baby
15. Bo Weevil
16. I'll Be Home
17. Hey Doll Baby
18. I'll Be Forever Loving You
19. No Money Down
20. Don't Blame It On Me
21. Yes Sir, That's My Baby
22. Ivory Tower
23. Who
24. Down in Mexico
25. Smokestack Lightning
26. In Paradise
27. One Night
28. My Happiness Forever


Disc: 2
1. Try Rock and Roll
2. Get Up, Get Up (You Sleepy Head)
3. A Tear Fell
4. Long Tall Sally
5. I'm in Love Again
6. Slippin' and Slidin' (Peepin' and Hidin')
7. (You've Got) the Magic Touch
8. Please, Please, Please
9. My Blue Heaven
10. Corrine Corrina
11. Church Bells May Ring
12. Fever
13. Treasure of Love
14. I Want You to Be My Girl
15. Forty Days and Forty Nights
16. Little Girl of Mine
17. Ruby Baby
18. Please Mr Disc Jockey
19. Rip It Up
20. Roll Over Beethoven
21. Hallelujah I Love Her So
22. Ready Teddy
23. Please Listen to Me
24. We Go Together
25. Can't Stand to See You Go
26. Candy
27. Pleadin' for Love
28. A Kiss from Your Lips

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