Name: Let Me Be Good To You – The Atlantic and Stax Recordings (1960-1968)
Brand: Carla Thomas

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

QSMCR5196BX

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-10-23

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Cherry Red (ADA)

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5013929089600

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Total Cap

4 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Carla Thomas

Genre GB

Funk / Soul

Label GB

Soul Music

Carla Thomas, an American singer born on December 21, 1942 in Memphis, Tennessee, is often hailed as "The Queen Of Memphis Soul". As the daughter of Rufus Thomas and sister of Vaneese Thomas and Marvell Thomas, Carla made her mark as a recording artist for Stax and Atlantic Records during the 1960s and early 1970s. Her soulful voice captivated audiences and established her as a prominent figure in the music industry. With hits like "(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher" and "Gee Whiz (Look at His Eyes)", Carla's talent continues to inspire generations of artists.

Carla Thomas' unique sound has influenced many other notable performers such as The Astors, William Bell, The Mar-Keys, Rufus Thomas, Barbara Stephens, The Mad Lads, Barbara & The Browns, Mable John, Eddie Floyd, Johnnie Taylor, Ruby Johnson,
Sam & Dave,
The Charmels,
The Soul Children,
The Staple Singers,
Booker T. & the M.G.'s,
Wendy Rene,
Rufus & Carla,
David Porter,
and Ollie & The Nightingales.

Experience the timeless music of Carla Thomas today and discover why she remains an iconic figure in soul music history.

Meticulously curated box sets featuring exceptional audio quality, stunning visuals, and exclusive bonus content. Explore genres, eras, and artists to find the perfect addition to your collection.

Box Sets

SoulMusic Records is proud to present a first-of-its-kind complete collection of all of the Atlantic and Stax recordings by Carla Thomas, released between 1960-1968. With a total of 94 tracks, Let Me Be Good To You celebrates ‘The First Lady Of Stax Records’ whose 1961 classic hit Gee Whiz (Look At His Eyes) led to the Memphis-based label’s distribution with Atlantic Records. Sequenced by session, the deluxe 4-CD set includes tracks from Carla’s four solo albums, plus the famed 1967 King and Queen LP of duets with the late Otis Redding. The ‘A’ and ‘B’ sides of all of Carla’s singles – including (28) non-album tracks – are featured including Carla’s duets with her famous father, Rufus Thomas, along with five live recordings from Carla’s 1967 performances in London and Paris with the famed Stax/Volt Revue.

Let Me Be Good To You – The Atlantic and Stax Recordings (1960-1968)

Music GB