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The Platinum Collection

by: Aretha Franklin

Release Date July 30, 2007
Lets face it, trying to compile an album of Aretha's best is a nightmare, she produced so many memorable songs. Not only that there's probably an Aretha track for every mood. Having said that, this collection is well worthwhile, especially at the price.

I'd give credit for choosing lesser known tracks like "Border Song", and "Something He Can Feel", the latter the only track from her brief collaboration with Curtis Mayfield, rather than the classic Jerry Wexler/Tom Dowd produced material which dominates this set. Other than that, there's uptempo funk on "Rock Steady" as well as acknowledged classics like "Do Right Woman" and "I Never Loved A Man".

If you are starting out with Aretha, then get this album, you'll find ... Read More: