Paul Rodgers The Royal Sessions 200 GRAM AUDIOPHILE LIMITED OUT OF PRINT COLLECTORS 1ST EDITION LP

Sonically, what do you think results from live in the hallowed studio basic tracks and vocals recorded all analog, mixed to analog tape and cut from analog tape? It's spectacular!" - Michael Fremer, Rated 11/10 Music, 11/10 Sound in his February 2014 reviews on analogplanet!

All Analogue AAA Recording! 200g Vinyl Pressed at QRP! The Voice of Bad Company and Free Celebrates Classic Masterpieces of Memphis!

Paul Rodgers, longtime singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with Bad Company, has partnered with 429 Records for “The Royal Sessions”—a lovingly crafted collection of classic R&B and soul songs re-imagined by the iconic rock singer recorded at Memphis’ Royal Studios, historic home of Willie Mitchell and Hi Records, with many of the musicians who played on the original tracks. Truly a lifetime in the making, Rodgers has come full circle with “The Royal Sessions” as he pays homage to the legendary hits he collected on 45s released on Stax/Volt, Goldwax and Hi Records—recordings by Otis Redding, Albert King and Ann Peebles which made such an indelible impression on the young Rodgers inspiring him to pursue a career as a singer. Produced by Perry Margouleff, “The Royal Sessions” is an extraordinary recording which captures the music in its pure form—live band and vocal takes as performed together at Royal Studios by Rodgers and an all-star roster of legendary musicians. The band is a dream lineup of those who played on the original hits dating back to the 60’s. The classic rhythm section includes Reverend Charles Hodges (Hammond B3), Michael Tolls (guitar), LeRoy Hodges Jr. (bass), “Hubby” Archie Turner (Wurlitzer), Steve Potts and James Robertson Sr. (drums), The Royal Horns and the Royal Singers.

"This latest Rodgers album has him at age 63 traveling to Memphis to record an album at Willie Mitchell’s Royal Studios, home of The Memphis Sound® with an all-star cast of musicians who played on so many great soul records that the credits would take days to list but just a few: Bar-Kays guitarist Michael Toles, Reverend Charles Hodges who provided those unforgettable Hammond B-3 parts on Al Green’s albums, LeRoy Hodges Jr. on bass, "Hubby" Archie Turner (Wurlitzer), Steve Potts and James Robertson Sr. (drums), plus The Royal Horns and the Royal Singers... [Recorded] live in the studio, overdubbing strings and background vocals. And it was all recorded and mixed analog... A musical triumph and a sonic "in the studio" spectacular." - Michael Fremer, Rated 11/10 Music, 11/10 Sound in his February 2014!

“The Royal Sessions” is a remarkable project that came together as Rodgers was working on a solo record and producer Margouleff had just discovered that Royal Studios was still up and running under the auspices of Willie “Pops” Mitchell’s son Lawrence “Boo” Mitchell. The opportunity to record in such a hallowed place with musicians he considered personal heroes was a dream come true. The Memphis players forged an immediate bond when presented with his formidable talent and sincere love of the songs. Deeply felt, powerfully sung and expertly played, it features a cross-section of material hand-picked by Rodgers, songs of great historical significance and personal meaning.

Says Rodgers: “I really felt I had to get deeper inside myself than I ever had in my life. The end result is that recording these songs left me recharged as a singer and also as a songwriter. My favorite part was the love we could feel in the room throughout all the sessions. We all spoke the same language.”

Says Margouleff: “I wanted to make the most of this incredible opportunity so I recorded Paul and the band live in the studio. We captured the pure energy of their performance. Recording in an all analogue format the sonic quality is unparalleled and the listener can experience the music on a deeper level.”

Rodgers and Margouleff say all of the proceeds from The Royal Sessions will be donated to local Memphis music education programs, as a thanks to a city and musical community that's meant so much to them.

Features:
• 200g Audiophile Vinyl
• All Analogue AAA Recording
• Pressed at QRP
 

Selections:
Side One:
1. I Thank You
2. Down Don't Bother Me
3. I Can't Stand The Rain
4. I've Been Loving You Too Long (To Stop Now)
5. That's How Strong My Love Is
Side Two:
1. Walk On By
2. Any Ole Way
3. It's Growing
4. I've Got Dreams To Remember

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