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Carla Thomas – (Your Love Is A) Life Saver
Interestingly enough, the last time I did a Carla Thomas post on this blog was a Wednesday, and one that didn’t find me in the best of moods, so I suppose it’s deja vu all over again, as Yogi Berra would sasy, that Carla Thomas graces another Wednesday post. Today’s feature is a Bettye Crutcher composition that did not see the light of day until Fantasy released the Carla comp Hidden Gems back in the ’90s. I really can’t see what kept “(Your Love Is A) Life Saver” from getting a “stax-o-wax” 45 release, as it is a solid piece of get-down on which Thomas brings a mix of toughness and vulnerability to her vocal and Booker T. & The M.G.’s lay down a hard-hitting groove featuring some nice guitar and bass interplay and then a great funky breakdown in which Steve Cropper lays down drawling licks to complement Al Jackson’s drum work. Get on down, Carla!
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Last year's Capital Hip Hop Soul Fest was a musical celebration while vendors sold their products to eager to buyers. Book authors, including Felicia Pride-- writer of The Message and activist author Devin Walker were among some of the top authors who sold their books. The 2009 Capital Hip Hop Soul Fest will be held this year on Sat., July 25 in Marvin Gaye Park in Washington DC. While the musical acts are still being selected, vendors are able to reserve their tables now to receive our Early Bird Discount. For more info, email us at CapitalHipHopSoulFest@gmail.com
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Cupid’s Hunt: 2009
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By N2H