I Never Loved A Man The Way I Love You - Aretha Franklin (March 10, 1967)
5 out of 5 Stans
The mighty Aretha Franklin finally got the commercial breakthrough she deserved here on her tenth studio album and managed to make one of soul’s finest albums in the process. Recorded in part at the legendary FAME studios in Muscle Shoals, Aretha delivers each song with passion and incredible vocals that instantly captivate the listener. From the soul-stirring title track to the empowering classic “Respect” you can hear Franklin’s dynamic range and emotional depth shine through in every syllable. The backing band is no slouch either, with members of the Muscle Shoal’s Rhythm Section providing lush arrangements and enchanting instrumentation to perfectly compliment Aretha’s powerhouse vocals. Check out “Soul Serenade” for a heavenly groove boosted by bright horns and sprinkling piano lines or “Dr. Feelgood (Love Is A Serious Business)” for swelling organs and some mesmerizing bass. Overall, I Never Loved A Man The Way I Love You remains one of Aretha’s landmark achievements and cemented her status as one of popular music’s greatest vocalists. It’s an enthralling listen from start to finish.
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