James Carr

[AlexG]

I couldn't find any previous thread about this guy, so I started a new one.

James Carr was incredible soul singer from the 60's that sadly fell under the radar (apparently due to mental health issues that prevented him from touring). I only discovered him a few months ago and now I can't get enough. In my opinion his voice rivals that of Otis Redding, absolutely incredible.

Check him out:




His songs were recorded at GoldWax studios which would make Tommy Cogbill the bass player (I think).

 

[Mike Law]

so great! I play James Carr material in one of my bands and love these original recordings - the bass is just perfect no overplaying and that tone is great!

 

[sears]

yeah, what a singer. His "Dark End Of The Street" is great

 

[JRA]

good stuff! thanks for the memory!

 

[mellowinman]

yeah, what a singer. His "Dark End Of The Street" is great

I listened to that last night because of this thread. FANTASTIC!!!