Dive into the soulful sounds of the iconic Aretha Franklin with the compilation 'Essential Aretha Franklin: The Columbia Years'. Spanning an era of profound musical change, this 2-CD set is a testament to Franklin's enduring legacy, showcasing her remarkable talents in gospel, pop, jazz, rock, and R&B. With a runtime of over two hours, the collection is a must-have for enthusiasts looking to experience the quintessential voice of the 1960s spiritual and vocal style. Proudly presented by Columbia/Legacy/Sony Music Entertainment, the album features renowned producers including Robert Mersey and John Hammond, Sr., among others. Each CD comes in a standard jewel case, ensuring safe storage and longevity. With English as the language of the tracks and the compilation's inlay near mint, this album offers an unrivalled audio experience for fans and collectors alike.

TRACKS:

1-1Nobody Like You
1-2Once In A While
1-3Maybe I'm A Fool
1-4Muddy Water
1-5Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home?
1-6Hard Times (No One Knows Better Than I)
1-7Today I Sing The Blues
1-8Won't Be Long
1-9Nobody Knows The Way I Feel This Morning
1-10Evil Gal Blues
1-11Lee Cross
1-12Walk on By
1-13I Wonder (Where Are You Tonight)
1-14God Bless the Child
1-15Blue Holiday
1-16Looking Through A Tear
1-17Tiny Sparrow
1-18Here Today And Gone Tomorrow
1-19Little Brown Book
1-20Without the One You Love
2-1This Bitter Earth
2-2Just For a Thrill
2-3Skylark
2-4Skylark (Alternate Version)
2-5Trouble In Mind
2-6Runnin' Out Of Fools
2-7Drinking Again
2-8Laughing On the Outside (Crying On the Inside)
2-9What a Diff'rence a Day Made
2-10Soulville
2-11You'll Lose A Good Thing
2-12Take A Look
2-13Cry Like A Baby
2-14I Wish I Didn't Love You So
2-15Only the Lonely
2-16People
2-17Mockingbird
2-18Until You Were Gone
2-19My Coloring Book
2-20Try a Little Tenderness