Franklin, Aretha: Lady Soul (Clear) LP

Aretha Franklin's position as soul music's premier female vocalist was consolidated by 1968's Lady Soul. Her strident reading of "Chain of Fools" set the tone on which the singer unveiled several stellar original compositions and reinterpreted a batch of classic songs. Franklin's gospel roots were clearly on display on "People Get Ready" while her interpretation of "(You Make Me Fell Like A) Natural Woman" showed both her vulnerable and assertive qualities. It also features the fine soul ballad "Good to Me as I Am to You" with Eric Clapton on guitar. Lady Soul is a tour de force and one of the absolute pinnacles of the Queen of Soul's incredible artistic legacy. This vinyl release is a part of Atlantic Records' 75th Anniversary vinyl collection.