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Various Artists – Apollo Saturday Night
Recorded live at the legendary Apollo Theatre in New York, this album captures the raw electricity of classic 60s soul at its peak. Featuring a powerhouse line-up including Otis Redding, Ben E. King, The Coasters, Rufus Thomas, The Falcons and Doris Troy, this is more than a compilation — it’s a live document of Atlantic soul royalty.
Otis Redding delivers emotionally charged performances of “Pain In My Heart” and “These Arms Of Mine,” showcasing the intensity that made him one of the era’s defining voices. Ben E. King brings undeniable class with “Stand By Me” and “Groovin’,” while The Coasters inject sharp rhythm and humour with “Speedo’s Back In Town.”
Rufus Thomas’ “Walking The Dog” brings dancefloor energy, and The Falcons’ “I Found A Love” (featuring a young Wilson Pickett) adds historical depth and collector appeal. The live Apollo atmosphere gives the record an immediacy that studio recordings don’t always capture — crowd reactions, stage presence, and pure soul energy.
A strong piece for collectors of Atlantic-era soul and classic R&B.
Track Listing
Side One
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The Falcons – I Found A Love
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The Falcons – Alabama Bound
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Otis Redding – Pain In My Heart
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Otis Redding – These Arms Of Mine
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Doris Troy – Misty
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Doris Troy – Say Yeah
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Rufus Thomas – Rockin’ Chair
Side Two
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Rufus Thomas – Walking The Dog
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The Coasters – It’s Nothin’ To Me
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The Coasters – Speedo’s Back In Town
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Ben E. King – Groovin’
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Ben E. King – Don’t Play That Song
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Ben E. King – Stand By Me
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Finale – What’d I Say
