Sister Rosetta Tharpe – Complete Recorded Works 1938-1944 Vol 2 (1942-1944)
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Complete Recorded Works 1938–1944 Vol. 2 (1942–1944/1947) continues Sister Rosetta Tharpe’s remarkable early recording legacy. These historic sessions capture her powerful gospel voice, rhythmic blues guitar, and vibrant performance style during the mid-1940s. Widely celebrated as the Godmother of Rock and Roll, Tharpe’s music bridged sacred gospel and popular blues, helping shape the foundations of rhythm & blues and rock ’n’ roll
About This Release –
Complete Recorded Works 1938–1944 Vol. 2 (1942–1944/1947) continues the remarkable early recording legacy of Sister Rosetta Tharpe. During the mid-1940s she refined the powerful style that made her famous, blending gospel passion with rhythmic blues guitar. As a result, these recordings reveal why she is widely celebrated as the Godmother of Rock and Roll.
This volume highlights an important period in her career:
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Historic gospel-blues recordings from the mid-1940s
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Performances reflecting her bold guitar style and commanding voice
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A powerful example of gospel influencing rhythm & blues and early rock ’n’ roll
Together these recordings preserve the sound of a pioneering artist whose influence continues to echo through modern music.
Why This Volume Matters
Recordings from the important mid-1940s period
Showcases Tharpe’s confident gospel-blues style
Features performances with the Golden Gate Quartet
Captures the growth of her influential guitar sound
Documents a key stage in the roots of rock ’n’ roll
Featured Tracks
Strange Things Happening Every Day
Two Little Fishes and Five Loaves of Bread
Beams of Heaven
Up Above My Head
17. God Don't Like It (71526) - Sister Rosetta Tharpe