Bold and Screaming Soul Sisters Of  The Sixties

The list author says:
	"She belongs to one of soul music's most accomplished families, but is one of the most underrated soul singers of all time. The music she recorded in the 1960s is some of the most dynamic."

The list author says:
	"Dionne's best work from the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s is abundant. I chose this set because it has depth and represents the best of her output for Scepter. output.  She's Dee Dee's older sister."

The list author says:
	"For me, this LP represents Aretha at her best, singing in a soulful style that would make her a legend."

The list author says:
	"Another underrated soul shouter from the Sixties. This collection includes her teen pop output and shows her moving on to a more expressive soul style."

The list author says:
	"Etta's career spans 50-plus years.  She was able to modify her vocal style as tastes changed.  Yet she always retained a soulful edge."

The list author says:
	"An early pioneer of the popular Motown Sound. Mary's best work for that label is here and show's why she remains one of the most beloved singers of pop/soul."

The list author says:
	"Sadly obscured by other female singers, Washington is a cult figure, highly regarded by soul music fans and deserving of their admiration."

The list author says:
	"Like Washington, Lavette remained a cult figure until recently when her more blusier recordings have earned her wider acclaim from critics and fans."

The list author says:
	"Laura Lee is better known for her '70s recordings for Detroit's Hot Wax label. However, her recordings for Chess Records are not to be overlooked. She's gritty and raw."

The list author says:
	"Classy, sassy and sophisticated, Maxine Brown was one of the most versatile of the Sixties soul singers."

The list author says:
	"There are literally 100s of titles by Ike and Tina Turner to choose from, so it's hard to pick just one because you still won't cover all phases of Tina's vocal evolution. This set comes the closest."

The list author says:
	"Another outstanding talent from Motown.  She's distinguished by a punchier, less passive vocal style than former labelmate Mary Wells."

The list author says:
	"One of the best of the southern or deep soul singers. Candi never made a record in which she didn't give 100 percent. She's tough!"

The list author says:
	"An immensely talented and gifted singer/pianist and stylist.  Simone's eccentric vocal style might be an acquired taste for some."

The list author says:
	"Brenda Holloway's style was soft, seductive and sexy. Another soulful songbird from Motown."

The list author says:
	"Motown had some of the best female singers, all of them sexy & confident with sophisticated images. Terrell is better known for her duets with Marvin Gaye. Her solo work is OK too."

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	"One of the first female singers signed to Motown. John also was signed to Stax and was lead Raelette working with the genius,  Ray Charles in the late 1960s, early 1970s. Her Stax sides are essential."

The list author says:
	"The Memphis Queen, one of Stax Records ' first signings. This tight collection samples her best work from sweet to sophisticated soul."

The list author says:
	"Aretha's younger sister is always a treat.  The only negative is that this doesn't include her "Take Another Little Piece Of My Heart." For that one get "Golden Classics" too."

The list author says:
	"A soul sister can be blue-eyed and blond. Dusty was the definitive British songbird, able to sing pop, soul and jazz.  This is a classic album from a classic soul stylist."

The list author says:
	"Mavis was the gutsy, lead voice of the Staple Singers.  In the Sixties, her soulful singing was often second to none."

The list author says:
	"Not essentially a solo artist, Knight was still one of the best and most compelling female voices of the Sixties. She ranks up there with Aretha and others."

The list author says:
	"Bass is known for one big hit, "Rescue Me,"  but it made an indelible impression on soul music fans."

The list author says:
	"Houston is from the same talented family that gave popular music Dionne and Dee Dee Warwick and her daughter Whitney.  Cissy is outstanding too."

The list author says:
	"Like Nina Simone, Nancy Wilson is able to work in many genres including jazz, pop and soul. Anthology shows off her range and staggering versatility."