WILLIE TEE 黑胶唱片和CD

Review: Outta Sight's latest monthly rare soul missive contains hard-to-find and overlooked classics from "hard-hitting" New Jersey vocal group Soul Brothers Six and New Orleans Rhythm and Blues man Willie Tee. It's the former's wonderfully sweet and loose "I'll Be Loving You" (first released in 1966, fact fans) that takes pride of place on the A-side, serving up a lightly sauteed soul take on the rhythm and blues template. Willie Tee's 1967 jam "Walking Up A One Way Street", a summery affair blessed with a superb horn section, leisurely groove and brilliant lead vocal from the man himself, can be found on the B-side.

Review: Willie Tee's I'm Only a Man LP is a rare gem from 1970, originally released on Capitol Records and now making a grand reappearance via a limited-edition reissue. Willie Tee, a New Orleans-based pianist and vocalist, poured his heart and soul into this album, blending raw r&b energy with refined soul production. Known for his fiery 45s during the 60s, Willie brought that same fervor to his debut album. Under the masterful production of David Axelrod and arrangements by HB Barnum, the album envelops Willie's rich, raspy voice with lush strings, vibrant brass, and a groove-driven rhythm section. Tracks like 'Bring On The Heartaches,' 'I'm Only a Man,' and 'Loneliness' showcase his emotive delivery, while 'Walk Tall' and 'Reach Out for Me' highlight the album's dynamic range. This LP also features unexpected delights, like the big band-influenced 'I'm Related to You.' This reissue is a celebration of a record that has quietly captivated collectors and soul enthusiasts for decades, now brought back to life with a fresh, vibrant pressing.

Review: Willie Tee is one of those New Orleans artists whose records are hard to find and expensive. He is the perfect subject of special record store day reissues and that's what we get here from the Gatur label. 'Concentrate' is some high-class mellow magic from 1980. The backside tune is another doozy with more New Orleans mellow funk bringing to mind the quality of Roy Ayers., It all makes for a 7" you simply cannot find anywhere online for any money whatsoever and thus a crucial one to snap up before it's gone again.