Millie Jackson - Live and Uncensored CD

Live and Uncensored CD music Digitally remastered by Doug Schwartz (Audio Mechanics, Los Angeles, California). Hip-O made a natural choice for this repackaging of two Millie Jackson LPs: her love-triangle classic Caught Up from 1974, and its follow-up, Still Caught Up, from 1975. Sounding better than they ever have, this pair of albums chart the course of one of the most disastrous affairs in musical history. The first features sides from each perspective, with Jackson brazenly discussing her affair with her lover's wife (on "All I Want Is a Fighting Chance") and later, taking the wife's part, giving up all hope of getting her husband back ("I'm Through Trying to Prove My Love to You"). The production is lush and the playing, by a crack team of Southern soul names, is crisp and effective. While Still Caught Up can't help but suffer an energy loss, it's a surprisingly strong record, featuring an unbelievable closer, "I Still Love You (You Still Love Me)," featuring Jackson being dragged away to an institution screaming (she even reprised the act for her stage show). In total, Caught Up/Still Caught Up is basically the equal of any solid Millie Jackson compilation, with highlights scattered all over the disc: "(If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want to Be Right," "It's All Over but the Shouting," "Making the Best of a Bad Situation," "Leftovers," and "I'm Tired of Hiding." ~ John Bush 2 LPs on 1 CD. Live Recording Recorded at Muscle Shoals Sound Studio and Criteria Recording Studio, Miami, Florida. CAUGHT UP (1974) originally released on Spring (6703). STILL CAUGHT UP (1975) originally released on Spring (6708). Includes liner notes by David Nathan. Personnel: Millie Jackson (vocals); Jimmy Johnson, Pete Carr (guitar); Barry Beckett (keyboards); Brad Shapiro, Muscle Shoals Swampers (rhythm section); David Hood (bass); Roger Hawkins (drums); Tom Roady (percussion). Producers: Brad Shapiro, Millie Jackson. Compilation producer: Dana G. Smart. Personnel: Pete Carr (guitar); Barry Beckett (keyboards); Roger Hawkins (drums); Tom Roady (percussion). Liner Note Author: David Nathan. Recording information: Criteria Recording Studio, Miami, FL; Muscle Shoals Sound Studio.

Live and Uncensored buy CD music The title of Millie Jackson's FEELING BITCHY hints at what sort of rating the album should receive, and Jackson follows through by packing the set with sexually explicit monologues and saucy, sexy attitude. While such risque content wasn't out of place in the late 1970s, fans of vintage soul might be a bit taken aback. These caveats aside, FEELING BITCHY is a still a rock-solid R&B release, and Jackson's vocal gifts are as impressive as ever. Whether dispensing no-holds-barred street-wise advice ("All the Way Lover") or churning up fiery soul ("Angel in Your Arms"), Jackson's throaty alto and brassy spirit are infectious, making this 1977 release a must-have for '70s R&B fans. The 2007 CD reissue boasts excellent remastered sound. Our year-long Millie Jackson reissue program concludes with this expanded edition of her most successful album of all time. First released on vinyl in 1977, and on CD in 1991, "Feelin' Bitchy" has gone on to become one of the all-time best-sellers in the All tracks have been digitally remastered. Engineers include: Steve Melton, Greg Ham, Ernie Winfrey. Personnel: Spider Harrison (vocals); Jimmy Johnson , Larry Byron, Ken Bell (guitar); Tim Henson, Barry Beckett (keyboards); Roger Hawkins (drums); Tom Roady (percussion); Brandy (background vocals). Audio Remixer: Rob Keyloch. Liner Note Author: Tony Rounce. Recording information: Criteria Recording Studio; Muscle Shoals Sound Studios. Photographer: Nima Yakubu. Personnel includes: Millie Jackson, Spiderman Harrison (vocals); Jimmy Johnson, Ken Ball, Larry Byron (guitar); Barry Beckett, Tim Henson (keyboards); David Hood (bass); Roger Hawkins (drums); Tom Roady (pecussion).

Live and Uncensored songs Digitally remastered by Bill Lacey (Digital Sound & Picture). Millie Jackson is best known for her bold sexual content and her honest, often saucy spoken interludes. BETWEEN THE SHEETS bucks that popular image by compiling 16 tracks of Jackson's more straightforward R&B material. Smooth jams, glossy production, and quiet storm dynamics are the order of the day here, and Jackson's performances hold up surprisingly well without the provocative histrionics, thanks in large part to her beautifully textured, soulful voice. Those seeking a more thorough representation of Jackson's output might want to try some of her studio albums, or Rhino's TOTALLY UNRESTRICTED! anthology, but BETWEEN THE SHEETS is a well-selected set that spotlights Jackson's prowess as a no-frills soul singer. Includes liner notes by Scott Galloway. Liner Note Author: A. Scott Galloway. Producers: Brad Shapiro, Millie Jackson, Raeford Gerald. Compilation producer: Paul Williams.

Live and Uncensored album for sale Rappin' Millie has everything working in high gear on this commercial outing. She peps up Latimore's "Keep the Home Fires Burnin'," turning it into a surefire winner, and excels on Bobby and Cecil Womack's "Put Something Down On It," preempting it with a saucy rap called "Logs and Thangs." The husky-voiced singer claims Dolly Parton's "Here You Come Again," transforming the country-pop hit into a soulful item. This set is heavy on uptempo material, but the ballads "Why Say You're Sorry," "He Wants to Hear the Woe," and "I Just Wanna Be With You" rank with Millie's best. Oddly, the best song, "Sweet Music Man," is the last track on the CD; it begins with a tight rap, and features a aching, heartfelt vocal from Millie. The disc is a reissue that was originally released on Spring Records in 1978. ~ Andrew Hamilton Rappin' Millie has everything working in high gear on this commercial outing. She peps up Latimore's "Keep the Home Fires Burnin'," turning it into a surefire winner, and excels on Bobby and Cecil Womack's "Put Something Down On It," preempting it with a saucy rap called "Logs and Thangs." The husky-voiced singer claims Dolly Parton's "Here You Come Again," transforming the country-pop hit into a soulful item. This set is heavy on uptempo material, but the ballads "Why Say You're Sorry," "He Wants to Hear the Woe," and "I Just Wanna Be With You" rank with Millie's best. Oddly, the best song, "Sweet Music Man," is the last track on the CD; it begins with a tight rap, and features a aching, heartfelt vocal from Millie. The disc is a reissue that was originally released on Spring Records in 1978. ~ Andrew Hamilton, All Music Guide Photographers: Eric Meola; Nima . Unknown Contributor Roles: Mike Meyers; Steve Melton. Personnel: Millie Jackson (vocals); Spider Harrison, Pamela Vincent, Mary Lou Van De Pitte, Cynthia Douglas, Donna Davis (vocals); Jimmy Johnson , Pete Carr (guitar); Sheldon Kurland (strings); Barry Beckett (keyboards); Roger Hawkins (drums); Tom Roady (percussion). Recording information: Criteria Recording, Miami, FL; Muscle Shoals Sound Studios, AL; Sound Shop Studios, Nashville, TN; United Sound Recording Studios, Detroit, MI.

Live and Uncensored CD music One of Millie's best, Jackson gives fans tough raps, raunchiness, and scathing dialogue that threads the songs together. Millie's love for country ballads shows on "I Wish That I Could Hurt That Way Again." The appeal heightens on deep soul ballads, and For Men Only is loaded: check out her rendition of Latimore's gritty "Ain't No Coming Back," the earthy "That Don't Turn Me On," "Despair," "This Is Where I Came In," and "A Fool's Affair." Polydor originally released this LP in 1980, but give Ichiban Records kudos for updating this classic to CD. ~ Andrew Hamilton outspoken lyrics on this 1980 album, w. contributions from Jimmy Johnson, Roger Hawkins, David Hood+, incl. the cuts "Despair," and "This Is It" Recording information: Muscle Shoals Sound Studio; Sound Shop; Wishbone Recording Studio. Photographer: Ron Slenzak. Unknown Contributor Role: Mickey Buckins. Personnel: Millie Jackson (vocals); Jimmy Johnson , Ken Bell (guitar); Harrison Calloway, Ben Cauley, Harvey Thompson, Ronnie Eades (horns); Clayton Ivey, Randy McCormick (keyboards); Roger Hawkins (drums); Donna McElroy, Vicki Hampton, Yvonne Hodges, Lea Jane Berinati (background vocals). Audio Remixer: Ernie Winfrey.

Live and Uncensored buy CD music Unknown Contributor Roles: Jimmy Johnson ; David Hood; George Marino; Larry Byrom; Millie Jackson; Randy McCormick; Roger Hawkins; Barry Beckett; Tom Roady; Brad Shapiro. Personnel: Millie Jackson (vocals); Brandye (vocals, background vocals); Jimmy Johnson , Larry Byrom (guitar); Clayton Ivey, Randy McCormick, Barry Beckett (keyboards); Roger Hawkins (drums); Tom Roady (percussion). Recording information: Muscle Shoals Sound Studios, Sheffield, AL; Sound Shop Studios, Nashville, TN; Sterling Sound, New York, NY. Ace.