Solomon Burke is considered one of the founders of soul. He combined pop, gospel and rhythm & blues early on, and his 1960s records are among the best in the genre. Despite a string of successful R&B hits, Burke never really broke through on a grand scale, eventually leaving show business to become a successful priest and funeral director. In addition, this busy owner ran two independent
… record companies for years, where he released his own records. For this special CD label Fat Possum approached a number of renowned songwriters with request to supply material. Big names such as Elvis Costello, Tom Waits, Bob Dylan and Brian Wilson immediately took advantage. The result is a beautiful 'deep soul' album. Burke sings the strong song material with the same power and intensity as in his younger years. It makes Don't Give Up On Me an absolute must for anyone who wants to know where contemporary artists from the R&B and new classic soul have found their way. (MS)more
