{"title":"Otis Redding","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Otis Redding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOtis Ray Redding Jr. was born in Dawson, Georgia on September 9, 1941 and raised in Macon, Georgia. He launched his recording career in the early 1960s and signed with Volt Records (a Stax Records subsidiary) in 1962. He recorded at the Stax Records studio in Memphis with the Stax house band Booker T. \u0026amp; the M.G.'s and the Memphis Horns - establishing the foundational template for Southern soul as a recognized genre. His landmark 1965 album Otis Blue: Otis Redding Sings Soul - featuring his cover of the Rolling Stones's I Can't Get No (Satisfaction) and his original Respect (subsequently made famous by Aretha Franklin) - is widely cited as one of the most important soul albums in popular music history. His June 1967 performance at the Monterey Pop Festival brought him to new white rock audience attention. He died in a plane crash on Lake Monona near Madison, Wisconsin on December 10, 1967 at age 26, along with four members of his backing band the Bar-Kays - only Bar-Kays trumpeter Ben Cauley survived. He had recorded (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay just four days before his death; the posthumous single reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in March 1968 - the first posthumous single to top the chart. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989. His foundational influence on soul, R\u0026amp;B, and broader popular music history is widely cited as one of the most important contributions to the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSound and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOtis Redding's sound is foundational to Southern soul as a recognized genre - combining soul, Southern soul, R\u0026amp;B, deep soul, Memphis soul, and rhythm and blues with his distinctive vocal delivery (use of expressive vocalizations, gospel-influenced phrasing, and emotional intensity), and arrangements drawing on classic gospel and R\u0026amp;B traditions alongside the iconic Booker T. \u0026amp; the M.G.'s \/ Memphis Horns Stax sound. His foundational influence on soul, R\u0026amp;B, and broader popular music history is widely documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiscography highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePain in My Heart (1964, Volt)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Great Otis Redding Sings Soul Ballads (1965, Volt)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOtis Blue: Otis Redding Sings Soul (1965, Volt)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Soul Album (1966, Volt)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete \u0026amp; Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul (1966, Volt)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKing \u0026amp; Queen (1967, Stax) - duets with Carla Thomas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Dock of the Bay (1968, Volt) - posthumous, includes (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Immortal Otis Redding (1968, Atco) - posthumous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal Volt Records and Stax Records pressings of the Otis Redding catalog are foundational items in soul collecting. Multiple anniversary editions, audiophile reissues (Mobile Fidelity, Acoustic Sounds, Analogue Productions), and the comprehensive Concord\/Stax reissue programs have been released.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to start\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners new to Otis Redding typically start with Otis Blue (1965) or The Dock of the Bay (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":"otis-redding-otis-blue-sings-soul-vinyl","title":"Otis Blue: ... Sings Soul LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eBy 1965, Otis Redding was already a force to be reckoned with, well on his way to earning his King of Soul® title. Then, he released this collection, which is absolutely foundational to any soul vinyl collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540887679159,"sku":"210000077154","price":28.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/otisr.jpg?v=1781154606"},{"product_id":"otis-redding-whiskey-a-go-go-vinyl-import","title":"Whiskey a Go Go LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the vibrant energy of Otis Redding with the \"Whiskey a Go Go LP,\" captured live at the legendary Whisky A Go Go in 1966. This 180g vinyl edition showcases Redding's raw talent backed by his own touring band, delivering unforgettable tracks such as \"Respect\" and \"Mr. Pitiful.\" A must for any soul and R\u0026amp;B enthusiast, this album perfectly encapsulates the essence of Redding's dynamic performances.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541038739639,"sku":"210000055815","price":41.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/1799821-2729549.jpg?v=1781155180"},{"product_id":"otis-redding-the-great-sings-soul-ballads-vinyl-180g","title":"The Great... Sings Soul Ballads LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the soulful resonance of Otis Redding with \"The Great... Sings Soul Ballads LP,\" pressed on high-quality 180g vinyl. This collection features timeless tracks like \"That's How Strong My Love Is\" and \"Mr. Pitiful,\" showcasing Redding's powerful vocal delivery and emotional depth. Perfect for collectors and newcomers alike, this release captures the essence of R\u0026amp;B and Soul, enriching your vinyl library.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541044113591,"sku":"210000055816","price":42.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/2298530.jpg?v=1781155199"},{"product_id":"otis-redding-pain-in-my-heart-vinyl-180g-import","title":"Pain in my Heart LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eLimited 180 gram vinyl edition of Otis 1964 debut. Includes \"These Arms of Mine\", \"Stand By Me\" and \"You Send Me\" and features the rhythm section from Stax house band Booker T and the MG's and the horn players from the Mar-Keys.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541048963255,"sku":"210000035268","price":43.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/pain-in-my-heart.jpg?v=1781155215"},{"product_id":"otis-redding-otis-blue-otis-redding-sings-soul-vinyl","title":"Otis Blue\/Otis Redding Sings Soul LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eConsidered by many soul connoisseurs to be Otis Redding's finest and most fully realized LP, 1966's Otis Blue delivers a compelling encapsulation of all of the qualities that made Redding the greatest soul performer of his era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48772744773815,"sku":"210000095377","price":29.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/354999.jpg?v=1782827675"},{"product_id":"otis-redding-the-best-of-vinyl","title":"The Best of... 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This CD dishes out legendary tunes like \"These Arms of Mine\" and the easy groove of \"(Sittin' on) the Dock of the Bay,\" each a bright bite of Redding's raw passion. With 16 tracks from his Atlantic years, it's a bold proof that real soul doesn't follow rules; it rewrites them. If your toes aren't tapping, it's time to see if you're still breathing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785679614135,"sku":"210000053720","price":10.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/1118790.jpg?v=1783045631"},{"product_id":"otis-redding-otis-blue-otis-redding-sings-soul-vinyl-rhino-reserve","title":"Otis Blue\/Otis Redding Sings Soul LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecorded almost entirely in a single day, Otis Blue\/Otis Redding Sings Soul delivers some of the strongest soul renditions ever put to tape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785766056119,"sku":"210000098491","price":34.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/reddig.jpg?v=1783045852"},{"product_id":"otis-redding-the-soul-album-vinyl","title":"The Soul Album LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eOtis Redding's \"The Soul Album\" oscillates between heartbreak and tenacity, as every note digs into the marrow of soulful reflection. Cuts like \"Cigarettes and Coffee\" convey a grittiness that defies the allure of nostalgia, bridging melancholy with an unvarnished authenticity. Redding reminds us that the fragility of emotion is foundational to soul music, navigating this complexity with a forceful elegance that lingers long after the final chord.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785927798967,"sku":"210000092332","price":27.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4368813-3236954.jpg?v=1783046311"},{"product_id":"otis-redding-otis-blue-otis-redding-sings-soul-180g-color-vinyl","title":"Otis Blue: Otis Redding Sings Soul LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eOtis Redding's \"Otis Blue: Otis Redding Sings Soul\" is not just any vinyl; it weighs heavy in your hands and commands attention. His renditions of Sam Cooke's classics wrestle with sorrow and longing, hitting hard with tracks like \"A Change Is Gonna Come.\" This isn't nostalgia; it's a confrontation with emotion that lingers long after the needle lifts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785949163703,"sku":"210000051650","price":34.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/2052864.jpg?v=1783046371"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.waxtraxrecords.com\/collections\/otis-redding.oembed","provider":"Wax Trax Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}