Sam Cooke | Night Beat | Album

Sam Cooke "Night Beat"

LP (NEW) - Vinyl, Music on Vinyl, Europe, 2025, MOVLP163, 8719262041721, 180g Vinyl, Green Vinyl, Numbered Limited Edition (2000), Reissue

Night Beat (1963) is a critically acclaimed, intimate blues-soul album featuring Sam Cooke at his vocal peak, often considered his best studio work. Recorded with a stripped-down quartet in Los Angeles, the album abandons, strings-laden pop for a mellow, late-night, and gritty aesthetic. It is characterized by intimate, low-key performances and exceptional, up-front vocals. Cooke’s voice is the centerpiece, showcasing raw, intimate, and soulful delivery without over-singing. The album is a departure from his usual upbeat hits, focusing on blues and slow-burners that create a mellow, late-night atmosphere.

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