Name: A Single Girl - The Very Best of the MGM Recordings
Brand: Sandy Posey

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rpm245

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Limited edition

Release date

2013-11-12

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The Orchard

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

Artist

Sandy Posey

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Classic

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Sandy Posey, born on June 18, 1944 in Jasper, AL, United States, is a talented artist who seamlessly blends pop and country music with a touch of gospel. Drawing comparisons to Skeeter Davis and Brenda Lee, Posey's distinctive style has captivated audiences for decades. She has collaborated with renowned performers such as Bobby Goldsboro, Tommy Roe, and Joe Tex. Notably, Posey lent her powerful vocals as a backup singer on Percy Sledge's iconic track "When a Man Loves a Woman." Her million-selling signature hit from 1966 titled "Born a Woman" remains an enduring classic that was even covered by Nick Lowe.

With her unique sound and captivating performances, Sandy Posey has carved out her own place in the music industry. Her talent shines through as she effortlessly combines different genres to create memorable songs that resonate with listeners. Alongside her successful solo career, Posey has shared the stage with some of the most influential artists of her time.

If you enjoy the sounds of Helen Shapiro, Johnny Tillotson or Sue Thompson among others like Gene Pitney or Julie Rogers - then Sandy Posey's music will surely strike a chord with you. Her melodic tunes have drawn inspiration from various artists across different eras while maintaining her distinct musical identity.

Sandy Posey, brought up in the music rich area of  Memphis, was a backing singer for the Nashville Studios. Singers she backed on record included Elvis Presley, Tommy Roe, Bobby Bare, Joe Tex, Percy Sledge and Skeeter Davis, and later in spite of her own success  she continued to contribute her voice as part of the famous Nashville  Sound background. Nashville publisher Gary Walker and writer producer  Chips Moman wondered how she would sound solo so brought her into the studio in 1966 to record as the main artist. She scored five Top 40  single hits and released four albums all on the MGM label between 1966 -1968. RPM present the very best of these recordings, nearly all produced by Chips Moman. Great melodic and rhythmic 60's pop, reminiscent of the girl-talk records of the early 60's, innocent and submissive, with splashes of Posey's country music background which at the time brought her widespread radio and jukebox play. Although many of the songs were written by others Posey's strength was her song styling. Packaging includes an essay written by Record Collector editor Peter Doggett, based around his recent interview with Sandy Posey.

A Single Girl - The Very Best of the MGM Recordings

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