What makes Woke Up This Mornin’ by LaVern Baker notable?

'Woke Up This Mornin’' is significant as it marked Baker's return to recording after years of relative silence, reaffirming her status as an influential artist in blues and R&B. The album showcases her versatility across various genres, contributing to the revival of interest in classic R&B during the early '90s. Released in 1992, 'Woke Up This Mornin’' was LaVern Baker's first album in over a decade, following her last studio release in 1980. At this point in her career, Baker was rediscovering her roots and revitalizing her sound for a new generation, after having been a pioneering figure in the rhythm and blues genre during the 1950s.