From the Heart of a Woman
Koko Taylor · 1981
39 min · 10 tracks · R&B · soul · Chicago blues
Raw and powerful, Koko Taylor's vocals soar over a backdrop of gritty blues instrumentation and soulful rhythms.
Why this album works
'From the Heart of a Woman' is significant for showcasing Taylor's powerful vocal delivery, which helped it to reach No. 10 on the Billboard R&B charts. The album further influenced the blues genre by highlighting the role of women in a traditionally male-dominated field, contributing to the emergence of female blues artists in the years that followed.
- Best for
- steady emotional exploration introspective late-night vibes raw, powerful vocal delivery
- Context
- Released in 1981, 'From the Heart of a Woman' was Koko Taylor's second studio album following her debut 'Koko Taylor' in 1975. By this time, she had established herself as a prominent figure in the Chicago blues scene, known for her dynamic voice and commanding stage presence. This album marked a continuation of her artistic evolution and solidified her reputation as the 'Queen of Blues'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ray Charles· Ike & Tina Turner· Etta James
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Something Strange Is Going On 4:03
- 2 I'd Rather Go Blind Standout 5:00
- 3 Keep Your Hands Off Him Standout 3:52
- 4 Thanks but No Thanks 4:17
- 5 If You Got a Heartache 3:41
- 6 Never Trust a Man 3:21
- 7 Sure Had a Wonderful Time Last Night Standout 3:06
- 8 Blow Top Blues 4:18
- 9 If Walls Could Talk 3:30
- 10 Took a Long Time 4:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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