Aretha Franklin

• 5 STARS ALL MUSIC GUIDE

Appearing after a blockbuster debut and a sophomore set that was rather disappointing (in comparison), 1968's Lady Soul proved Aretha Franklin, the pop sensation, was no fluke. Her performances were more impassioned than on her debut, and the material just as strong, an inspired blend of covers and originals from the best songwriters in soul and pop music.

Powered by three hit singles (each nested in the upper reaches of the pop Top Ten), Lady Soul became Aretha Franklin's second gold LP and remained on the charts for over a year.

PERSONNEL:

• Aretha Franklin - piano
• Spooner Oldham - electric piano, organ
• Jimmy Johnson, Bobby Womack, Joe South - guitar
• Melvin Lastie, Joe Newman, Bernie Glow - trumpet
• King Curtis- tenor sax
• Seldon Powell, Frank Wess - tenor sax, flute
• Haywood Henry - baritone sax
• Tony Studd - bass trombone
• Warren Smith - vibes
• Tommy Cogbill - bass
• Roger Hawkins - drums

TRACKS:

• SIDE A
• A1. Chain Of Fools
• A2. Money Won't Change You
• A3. People Get Ready
• A4. Niki Hoeky
• A5. (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman

• SIDE B
• B1. Since You've Been Gone (Sweet Sweet Baby)
• B2. Good To Me As I Am To You
• B3. Come Back Baby
• B4. Groovin'
• B5. Ain't No Way