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Elsie Mae – Do You Really Want To Rescue Me

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Over many years the James Brown show has always included a number of hugely talented musicians and singers. Soul divas such as Lyn Collins and Marva Whitney have played a major part in the success of record sales and stage performances. Constantly on tour around the USA, Brown would have an excellent opportunity to discover local musicians and take the best under his wing. He would nurture their careers as part of his revue and sometimes also develop them as a solo artist. He had one big funky family, and in the early ë70s named a new label called ëPeopleí on which to release their records.
One of the lesser-known divas that formed part of the James Brown revue was Elsie Mae. A lady of ample proportions, she preceded the sexy soul sistas of the ë70s by being a sassy soul diva of the ë60s. She only recorded two 45s for Brown, the better one of the two being the much more notable second release Do You Really Want to Rescue Me released on King in 1966 as a response to Fontella Bassí R&B Number One hit Rescue Me the previous year. To my ears Elsie Mae has the superior song as it has greater longevity. A classic you might say? The writing, the production, the musicianship are crisp and complete, the backing vocals by the Jewels working to great effect. A wonderful piece of music, and one that will resonate in your ears for years to come.

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Artist

Elsie Mae

Catno

JM042

Year

1966

Country

UK

Product Type

New Vinyl / Reissues

Format

7 INCH

Media Condition

NEW

Sleeve Condition

NEW