Name: Just As I Am
Brand: Bill Withers

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2012-06-01

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Bill Withers

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Cherry Red Records

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Funk / Soul

Bill Withers was a soulful singer and songwriter, born on July 4, 1938 in Slab Fork, West Virginia. Despite starting his musical career later in life, he made a significant impact with his debut album "Just As I Am" released in 1971 at the age of 33. Prior to pursuing music full-time, Withers worked as a mechanic for the Lockheed Aircraft Corporation. His talent and passion for music led him to create timeless hits that resonate with audiences even today.
Withers sadly passed away on March 30, 2020 in Los Angeles, CA. His legacy lives on through his heartfelt lyrics and soulful voice that continue to inspire generations of musicians and fans alike.
He is also known as the father of Kori Withers.

Cherry Red is a British label that was founded by Iain McNay in 1978. Also known as Cherry Red Records, this label has become associated with the company Music and Media Group. With the label code LC 6730, Cherry Red has made a name for itself in the music industry. It is important to note that this label should not be confused with the US label of the same name.

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nice 180 gm vinyl reissue from the soul folki.e in a career laden with highlights and hallmarks in the annals of soul history, 'just as i am' is rather overlooked as one of the best soul debuts ever issued. beautifully remastered, 'just as i am' is presented to a new generation of listeners who may have missed out the first time. with this remastering comes an intimacy, warmth and immediacy to the recordings that was only hinted at with previous versions; it's almost as if withers is in a living room singing to a small group of people, rather than making a record. of course, the instantly recognizable anthem 'ain't no sunshine' gets all of the acclaim it so richly deserves, but also in tracks like 'harlem', 'grandma's hands' and 'better off dead' you can hear the intensity and maturity of bill's performances. even when he's doing covers, withers makes them sound as if they are his own compositions. give this classic record a spin, and get ready to be submersed in the soul of one of the true masters of the genre.

Just As I Am

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