This 1956 LP for Verve catches Tharpe in a period of significant output, featuring a powerful band and her signature blend of gospel fervor and bluesy articulation. It stands as a testament to her enduring influence on both gospel and popular music.
- The album was recorded in sessions held in New York City during 1956.
- It was released on the Verve label, known at the time for its jazz and blues recordings.
- The repertoire includes staples such as "Didn't It Rain" and "Up Above My Head".
Sister Rosetta Tharpe was an originator of rock and roll, a gospel singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose career spanned the 1930s to the 1970s. By 1956, she was already a seasoned recording artist, known for blending spiritual lyrics with secular rhythms and blues.
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