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Contents: Inheriting the traditions of Stax Records and Hi Records, Malaco Records, a prestigious label beloved by soul fans worldwide as the savior of 80s Southern soul, presents 30 classic titles (+ 3 compilations) for only 1,000 yen! A highly recommended selection including masterpieces of 80s Southern soul from Z.Z. Hill and Bobby Bland (featured extensively in BLUES & SOUL RECORDS magazine), lady soul classics from artists like Dorothy Moore (considered the next Aretha Franklin), and free soul masterpieces! JOHNNIE TAYLOR/ THIS IS YOUR NIGHT/ Johnny Taylor, whose signature song is "Who's Making Love"!/ Johnny Taylor, who was Stax's No. 1 star after the death of Otis Redding, has arrived at his best partner since Stax with Malaco after many twists and turns?a momentous first release! With more than half of the songs written by George Jackson, one of the greatest songwriters in Southern soul, and Paul Kelly showcasing his skills on the chart-hit single "Lady My Whole World Is You" and the refreshing "A Love to Call Mine," this album boasts a solid lineup and became a benchmark for what 80s Southern soul was all about! You can also enjoy new sides of JT, such as the Sam Cooke-esque opening track "This Is Your Night" and the mellow, relaxed mood of the title track "After Hours Joint." [1984 Release] Media Reviews and More: Johnny Taylor, who was Stax's No. 1 star after the death of Otis Redding, finally found his best partner since Stax with Malaco after many twists and turns, and this is his momentous first album! More than half of the songs were written by George Jackson, one of the greatest songwriters in Southern Soul, and Paul Kelly also showcased his skills on the chart-hit single "Lady My Whole World Is You" and the refreshing "A Love to Call Mine." This solid lineup created a masterpiece that became a benchmark for what Southern Soul was in the 80s! (C)RS
