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Etta James Rocks the House

Etta James · 1964

42 min · 11 tracks · jazz · R&B · rock & roll

Soulful vocals weave through electrifying blues arrangements, capturing the raw energy of live performance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady groove for dancing
  • raw energy from live performance
  • soulful vocals that captivate
  • for late-night gatherings
  • infectious rhythms for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced instant gratification
  • seek minimalistic or sparse arrangements

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1964, 'Etta James Rocks the House' was a pivotal live album that showcased Etta's powerful vocal prowess at a time when she was transitioning from commercial success to becoming a respected figure in soul music. This album followed her hit single 'At Last' and solidified her reputation as a dynamic performer.
Stylistic neighbors
Aretha Franklin· Billie Holiday· Nina Simone

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Something's Got a Hold on Me 5:02
  • 2 Baby What You Want Me to Do 4:14
  • 3 What'd I Say 3:15
  • 4 Money (That's What I Want) 3:22
  • 5 Seven Day Fool 4:20
  • 6 Sweet Little Angel 4:14
  • 7 Ohh Poo Pah Doo 4:04
  • 8 Woke Up This Morning 3:38
  • 9 Ain't That Lovin' You Baby 2:51
  • 10 All I Could Do Is Cry 3:21
  • 11 I Just Want to Make Love to You 3:39

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