Queen In Waiting: The Columbia Years 1960-1965

Release Date: April 28, 2023

Aretha Franklin's Queen In Waiting: The Columbia Years 1960-1965 (2023) compiles her early recordings before she became the undisputed Queen of Soul. These tracks capture Franklin working primarily in jazz and soul-jazz arrangements, showcasing her incredible vocal power applied to more restrained, sophisticated material. The compilation includes several previously unreleased tracks and an alternate version, offering a rare glimpse into her formative recording years.

Mood: sophisticated, intimate, late night