One of the greatest voices in American popular music, Clyde McPhatter helped shape the sound of Rhythm & Blues, Doo Wop, Rock 'n' Roll and Soul. As lead singer with The Dominoes and the original Drifters, before embarking on a hugely successful solo career, his soaring tenor became one of the defining voices of the 1950s and influenced countless singers who followed.
Rockin' Rhythm 'n' Soul brings together thirty outstanding original recordings spanning every stage of McPhatter's remarkable early career. Classic solo hits including Treasure Of Love, A Lover's Question, Deep Sea Ball and Just To Hold My Hand sit alongside timeless recordings such as Money Honey, Honey Love, Sixty Minute Man, Lovey Dovey, Honey Hush and Thirty Days, demonstrating why he remains one of the most influential vocalists of the Rock 'n' Roll era.
Blending heartfelt ballads with driving Rhythm & Blues and infectious Rock 'n' Roll, this superb collection is the perfect introduction to an artist whose recordings paved the way for Soul music while leaving an indelible mark on Rock 'n' Roll history.
