Mr. Soul

Sam Cooke, inventor and true King of Soul, recorded Mr. Soul in the same year as Night Beat [MOVLP163], and seems to be its more adult counterpart, with soulful ballads taking up most of the album. A laidback tempo and rich arrangements lay the foundation over which Sam's somewhat melancholy voice floats, creating an uplifting spirit that can mend anyone's broken heart. 

With standards such as "Willow Weep For Me", "I Wish You Love", and "For Sentimental Reasons", Cooke shows a quiet emotive side of himself without losing his keen sense of melody, using the strength of his voice without overpowering the listener. 

Had Sam Cooke lived longer, we might have had more music of this rare quality. As it stands, we must make do with the treasures he left behind. For the first time in over thirty years, Music On Vinyl is reissuing Mr. Soul on 180 gram audiophile vinyl with remastered audio.

A1.  I Wish You Love 
A2.  Willow Weep For Me 
A3.  Chains Of Love 
A4.  Smoke Rings 
A5.  All The Way 
A6.  Send Me Some Lovin' 

B1.  Cry Me A River 
B2.  Driftin' Blues 
B3.  (I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons 
B4.  Nothing Can Change This Love 
B5.  Little Girl 
B6.  These Foolish Things