The Best of the Four Tops (1972-1976) - MCA 1982
Artist: The Four Tops

This collection covers their best Dunhill tracks from the 1970s, which did include two big hits in "Ain't No Woman (Like the One I Got)" and "Are You Man Enough." "Keeper of the Castle" was also a Top Ten R&B single, and it seemed as if the Four Tops were in stride again. The Dunhill period yielded two more Top Ten R&B smashes with "One Chain... Read More

These Foolish Things
Artist: Etta James

James has long been a masterful blues balladeer -- a talent spotlighted throughout the course of this 14-song collection. Some tracks are cushioned by string-enriched arrangements, others -- notably 1965's passionate "Only Time Will Tell" -- are melodic Chicago soul. Four tracks are previously unreleased, including her reading of Billie... Read More

The Me Nobody Knows
Artist: Marilyn McCoo

The Me Nobody Knows is one of Marilyn McCoo's more ambitious albums, finding her exploring laid-back, jazzy soul, as well as Caribbean rhythms. A few of the songs fall flat, yet McCoo is in good voice and the production is appealingly polished, making this one of her better latter-day efforts. ~ Rodney Batdorf, All Music Guide Read More

16 Most Requested Songs
Artist: The Four Lads

Featuring melodic early-'50s pop hits by this Canadian quartet, it was big-selling, with extremely appealing harmonies. ~ Hank Davis, All Music Guide Read More

Mr. Excitement
Artist: Jackie Wilson

A three-CD box from the experts of reissue at Rhino, Mr. Excitement takes Wilson's career from his first sides with Billy Ward & the Dominoes in 1956 through his final recordings in the early '70s. The former Detroit boxer hit either the R&B or pop chart over 50 times, making him one of the most successful R&B artists ever, in chart terms at... Read More

The All Time Greatest Hits
Artist: The Main Ingredient

It wasn't until 1971 that the Main Ingredient's fortunes changed; when Cuba Gooding replaced Donald McPherson, his engaging voice helped make them part of the "sweet" soul trend. Gooding's leads made "Everybody Plays the Fool" a huge hit, as well as "Just Don't Want to Be Lonely" and "Happiness Is Just Around the Bend." These and several other... Read More

Soul'd Out
Artist: John Cowan

Former New Grass Revival member John Cowan adds his own twist to some solid soul tunes. A strong vocalist with an amazing amount of control, Cowan continues to be one of the unsung heroes of American music. Certainly his work with the New Grass Revival throughout the latter part of the '70s to the final release by the band in 1989 places him in... Read More