{"title":"Etta James","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Etta James\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eJamesetta Hawkins was born in Los Angeles, California on January 25, 1938. She launched her career as a teenager with The Wallflowers (later renamed the Peaches), recording the answer song Roll with Me, Henry (renamed The Wallflower) in 1955. She signed with Chess Records in 1960 and recorded her landmark album At Last! (1960), with the title track becoming one of the most-covered songs in 20th century American popular music. She continued through Chess, Argo, and Cadet through the 1960s, with the southern-soul-influenced Tell Mama (1968) at Muscle Shoals representing another commercial and creative peak. Her career across the subsequent four decades involved personal struggles with addiction alongside continued recording. She won six Grammy Awards. She died of leukemia on January 20, 2012, five days before her 74th birthday.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSound and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEtta James's catalog spans R\u0026amp;B, soul, blues, gospel, jazz, doo-wop, and rock and roll. Her vocal performance - capable of intimate balladry, blues, gospel power, and rock and roll energy - is widely regarded as one of the foundational vocal styles in American popular music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiscography highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt Last! (1960, Argo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Second Time Around (1961, Argo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtta James (1962, Argo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTell Mama (1968, Cadet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtta James Rocks the House (1963, Argo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep in the Night (1978, Warner Bros.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Right Time (1992, Elektra)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMystery Lady: Songs of Billie Holiday (1994, Private Music)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Gardenia (2001, Private Music)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal Argo and Cadet pressings of the Etta James catalog are widely collected. Multiple anniversary editions, audiophile reissues (Mobile Fidelity, Acoustic Sounds), and the Heart and Soul: A Retrospective box set have been released across the catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to start\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners new to Etta James typically start with At Last! (1960) or Tell Mama (1968). \u003cspan class=\"related-collections\"\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rnb-soul-vinyl-records\"\u003eR\u0026amp;B And Soul\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"etta-james-at-last-vinyl-2122","title":"At Last 10\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecorded between January and October 1960 and released on Argo Records (part of Chess Records) in 1961, \"At Last\" was Etta James' debut studio album.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540767027383,"sku":"210000104850","price":22.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4505078-3561705.jpg?v=1781154193"},{"product_id":"etta-james-rocks-the-house-color-vinyl","title":"Rocks the House LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecorded in 1963 at the New Era Club in Nashville, James is captured at her performance peak. The foundation for her reputation as a fiery no-hold's-barred performer was firmly established in this recording.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540833153207,"sku":"210000053093","price":26.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/ettajames.jpg?v=1781154429"},{"product_id":"etta-james-the-second-time-around-vinyl","title":"The Second Time Around LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe beauty of this album is in the contradiction of two stylistic worlds: heart-on-your-sleeve ballads sitting next to all-out rockers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540902588599,"sku":"210000095574","price":29.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/james.jpg?v=1781154662"},{"product_id":"etta-james-very-best-of-color-vinyl","title":"Very Best of... 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eA comprehensive collection of Etta James finest moments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540994207927,"sku":"210000063398","price":36.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/etta.jpg?v=1781155002"},{"product_id":"etta-james-at-last-180-gram-vinyl-gatefold-lp-jacket-remastered","title":"At Last! 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Perfect for collectors and new fans alike, this release encapsulates the essence of American blues history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541014818999,"sku":"210000102738","price":38.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4461231-3466150.jpg?v=1781155090"},{"product_id":"etta-james-tell-mama-chess-acoustic-sounds-series-180-gram-vinyl","title":"Tell Mama (Chess Acoustic Sounds Series) (180 Gram Vinyl)","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the soulful power of Etta James with her iconic 1968 release, Tell Mama, now available on 180-gram vinyl as part of the Chess Acoustic Sounds Series. Recorded at the renowned FAME Studios, this album showcases James's exceptional vocal prowess through timeless tracks like \"I'd Rather Go Blind\" and \"Tell Mama.\" Each record is crafted to deliver unmatched clarity and emotion, making it a must-have for any blues enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48772752572599,"sku":"210000105009","price":38.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4497009-3542646.jpg?v=1782827867"},{"product_id":"etta-james-at-last-cassette","title":"At Last! CASSETTE","description":"\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the soulful sounds of Etta James with her iconic debut album, *At Last!*, now available on cassette. Featuring timeless tracks like her signature hit \"At Last\" and the soulful \"Trust in Me,\" this release captures her powerful voice and unique blend of blues and jazz, solidifying her legacy as a music legend. Perfect for collectors and new fans alike, this import edition includes bonus tracks that showcase her versatility and emotional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48772784226487,"sku":"210000097039","price":19.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4413920-3369219.jpg?v=1782828536"},{"product_id":"etta-james-at-last-19-greatest-hits-180g-color-vinyl-import","title":"At Last: 19 Greatest Hits LP","description":"","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785713660087,"sku":"210000098782","price":25.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"etta-james-etta-is-betta-than-evvah-vinyl-rsd-bf-22","title":"Etta is Betta than Evvah! 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A single disc, but packed with emotion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785754063031,"sku":"210000054995","price":38.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"etta-james-collected-vinyl-180g","title":"Collected 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere's a certain irony in Etta James's unmatched vocal prowess set against the raw emotions of her blues repertoire, as if strength and vulnerability engage in a constant tango. This double LP compiles her most beloved tracks alongside hidden gems, inviting a bittersweet reflection on love and loss. Songs like \"I'd Rather Go Blind\" reveal a soul that aches and celebrates in the same breath, making this collection a profound exploration of the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785840341175,"sku":"210000064701","price":47.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/3921389-2663893.jpg?v=1783046069"},{"product_id":"etta-james-a-spoonful-of-peaches-vinyl","title":"A Spoonful Of Peaches LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eEtta James doesn't just sing; she hurls her heart into the ring like a prizefighter lacing up for a brawl. With tracks such as \"The Wallflower\" and \"At Last,\" her emotional delivery hits harder than a summer thunderstorm, leaving you drenched in unfiltered authenticity. You can feel the grit in every note as she turns her tumultuous life into art. 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