This one of my recent finds at the record convention in Austin. It's one of 10 or so singles Carol Fran put out on the Port/Roulette labels between 1964 and 1967.
Fran has had quite a life. You can read about it here. The piece is by Jeff Hannusch.
There's a very nice collection of Fran's stuff around. It's split with sides by Betty LaVette and called, Bluesoul Belles: The Complete Calla, Port and Roulette Recordings 1964-1967.
It's very rare that any of these old soul artists are still alive, even rarer that they own the rights to their work....but on the off-chance that Fran or LaVette get anything from sales of the comp, I would like to suggest that you go buy a copy. Both artists more than deserve some money for their work, they sure as hell never got any in the day.
Hope ya enjoy
Wow! Nice find! I LOVE Carol Fran. I got to meet and spend some time with and her husband (the late, great Clarence Holliman) about 10 years ago or so. Sweet lady and still has a knock out voice. You wouldn't happen to have a copy of "Knock, Knock" would you?
ReplyDeleteHey Jukebox...I've only seen clips of the Fran/Holliman shows, consider yourself very lucky that you got to see them live....
ReplyDeleteIt's too bad about Holliman, what an amazing guitarist...the duo was superb.
As i understand it, Fran made a small guest appearance at Jazz-Fest last spring. Unfortunately, the Jazz-Fest schedule almost never suits my own, so I missed it. I really need to make an effort next time she plays out.
Sorry, I don't own a copy of Knock Knock yet, but since i tend to collect by artist [and like to be complete] i'm thinking i'll stumble on a copy soon enough.
In general the Excello sides are harder to find....Knock Knock, in particular, can sometimes require a decent out-lay of cash to obtain.
Are you in the market for a copy?...cause often when i start looking for something in earnest several nice copies will appear....i'd be happy to let you know if i find an extra.
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I would love to lay my hands on a copy if you happen to find more than one... Thanks!
ReplyDeletedamn this is great. Just added it to my want list.
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