Little Richard Meets Masayoshi Takanaka cover

Little Richard Meets Masayoshi Takanaka

Little Richard · 1992

36 min · 10 tracks · funk · R&B · rock & roll

A vibrant fusion of rock and roll exuberance with slick jazz guitar work that electrifies classic hits.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energetic flow throughout
  • for lively gatherings
  • sing-along classics with friends
  • vibrant and upbeat atmosphere

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek complex, lengthy compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1992, Little Richard was in a phase of revitalization after years away from the spotlight, making this album a notable return to recording. It came nearly three decades after his initial rise to fame in the 1950s, showcasing a collaboration with Japanese guitarist Masayoshi Takanaka as a means to blend genres and appeal to new audiences.
Stylistic neighbors
Chuck Berry· Fats Domino· James Brown

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Good Golly Miss Molly 3:39
  • 2 Tutti Frutti 3:38
  • 3 Miss Ann 4:43
  • 4 Lucille 3:48
  • 5 Long Tall Sally 3:28
  • 6 Send Me Some Lovin' 3:30
  • 7 Jenny Jenny 3:08
  • 8 Rip It Up 3:08
  • 9 Kansas City - Hey Hey Hey Hey 3:51
  • 10 Ready Teddy 3:32

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