Come and Get These Memories cover

Released 63 years ago this June

Come and Get These Memories

Martha and the Vandellas · 1963

30 min · 12 tracks · R&B

Melodic harmonies and infectious rhythms drive heartfelt narratives of love and loss in this classic R&B album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, emotional storytelling
  • nostalgic reflections on love
  • light-hearted, melodic vibes
  • conversational, relatable themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 28, 1963, 'Come and Get These Memories' was Martha and the Vandellas' debut studio album. At this time, they were emerging from the Motown label's early success, following their breakout hit 'Heat Wave' in 1963. This album solidified their place in the evolving landscape of rhythm and blues and pop.
Stylistic neighbors
The Supremes· The Shirelles· The Ronettes

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Come and Get These Memories 2:25
  • 2 Can't Get to Used Losing You 2:10
  • 3 Moments (to Remember) 2:32
  • 4 This Is When I Need You Most 2:22
  • 5 A Love Like Yours (Don't Come Knocking Everyday) 2:26
  • 6 Tears on My Pillow 2:55
  • 7 To Think He Would Hurt Me 2:50
  • 8 There He Is (at My Door) 2:30
  • 9 I'll Have to Let Him Go 2:47
  • 10 Give Him Up 2:30
  • 11 Jealous Lover 2:40
  • 12 Old Love (Let's Try It Again) 2:28

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