1. JERICHO 2. WHEN THEY RING THE GOLDEN BELL 3. TWO LITTLE FISHES, FIVE LOAVES OF BREAD 4. BEAMS OF HEAVEN 5. CAIN'T NO GRAVE HOLD MY BODY DOWN 6. ALL ALONE 7. UP ABOVE MY HEAD THERE'S MUSIC IN THE AIR 8. I SHALL KNOW HIM 9. FLY AWAY 10. HOW ABOUT YOU 11. PRECIOUS MEMORIES 12. 99% WON'T DO 13. THE LORD'S PRAYER 14. ONE MORNING SOON 15. THINGS THAT I USED TO DO (AND I DON'T DO NO MORE) 16. IT'S ME 17. I HAVE GOOD NEWS TO BRING 18. DIDN'T IT RAIN 19. BRING BACK THOSE HAPPY DAYS 20. SAVIOUR DON'T PASS ME BY 21. GO GET THE WATER 22. BEAMS OF HEAVEN 23. STEAL AWAY 1. NOTHING BETWEEN 2. HE'S THE LILY OF THE VALLEY 3. SEEKING FOR ME 4. SHINE FOR JESUS 5. NEVER ALONE 6. I DO, DON'T YOU 7. GOD LEAD US ALONG 8. FAMILY PRAYER 9. WHAT ARE THEY DOIN' IN HEAVEN 10. I SAW THE LIGHT 11. BLOW YOU THE TRUMPET OF ZION 12. OH, THE JOY THAT CAME TO ME 13. ON MY WAY (GOT ON MY TRAVELIN' SHOES) 14. THIS IS A MEAN OLD WORLD TO LIVE IN 15. THIS TRAIN 16. I HEARD MY MOTHER CALL MY NAME 17. THAT'S ALL 18. STRETCH OUT 19. NOBODY KNOWS, NOBODY CARES 20. I LOOK DOWN THE ROAD AND I WONDER 21. RING THOSE GOLDEN BELLS
Description:
"Four Classic Albums" on CD brings together a carefully curated selection of landmark recordings by Sister Rosetta Tharpe, one of the true pioneers of gospel and early rhythm & blues. This collection showcases her unmistakable guitar work, her powerful, soul-stirring voice and the energetic blend of sacred lyrics with swinging, often blues-infused arrangements that made her a trailblazer for later rock 'n' roll artists. Across the four included original albums, listeners experience the full range of her artistry: from fervent, uptempo gospel shouters with choir and band to more intimate, reflective performances that highlight her expressive phrasing and deep spiritual conviction. The remastered sound allows these historically important tracks to shine with new clarity while preserving their authentic vintage character, making this set both a rewarding listening experience and an important document of 20th-century music history.
Sister Rosetta Tharpe was a groundbreaking singer, guitarist and songwriter whose innovative fusion of gospel, blues and swing left a formative mark on modern popular music. Known for her driving electric guitar style, charismatic stage presence and fearless crossing of genre boundaries, she influenced generations of artists in rock, soul and R&B. Her recordings from the 1930s to the 1950s are widely regarded as key precursors to rock 'n' roll and have earned her lasting recognition as one of the most important figures in American roots music.
The manufacturer Avid is known for reissuing classic jazz, blues and roots recordings in thoughtfully compiled multi-album sets that offer strong value and coherent musical concepts. With careful attention to catalogue research, annotation and sound restoration, Avid's releases tend to appeal both to dedicated collectors and to new listeners who want to explore historically significant artists through compact, well-organised collections. "Four Classic Albums" fits perfectly into this philosophy, presenting a concise yet substantial overview of Sister Rosetta Tharpe's classic period on one affordable CD set.
