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The Many Grooves Of Barbara Lewis captures the celebrated soul singer in a richer, earthier setting than many of her earlier Atlantic recordings. Released through Stax’s Enterprise imprint, the album places Lewis’ smooth, elegant voice against a tougher Chicago soul backdrop, giving her performances a deeper and more dramatic edge.

Produced by her longtime collaborator Ollie McLaughlin, the record highlights the full range of Lewis’ vocal style, from tender ballads to grittier soul material. Her interpretations of songs such as Slip Away, Windmills Of Your Mind, But You Know I Love You and Do I Deserve It Baby show her ability to bring warmth, control and emotional depth to a wide variety of material.

Long admired by collectors and soul fans, The Many Grooves Of Barbara Lewis stands as one of her most rewarding albums, combining sophisticated vocals, strong songwriting and classic late-1960s soul production.

1. Baby That’s A No No
2. Windmills Of Your Mind
3. Slip Away
4. How Can I Tell
5. Break Away
6. Oh, Be My Love

1. Just The Way You Are Today
2. Anyway
3. But You Know I Love You
4. You Made Me A Woman
5. The Stars
6. Do I Deserve It Baby