Name: The Beginning
Brand: Ann Sexton

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

CHARLYL337

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Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-10-09

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0803415833719

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Ann Sexton

Genre GB

Funk / Soul

Label GB

Charly

Ann Sexton (born Mary Ann Sexton, February 5, 1950 in Greenville, South Carolina) is an American soul singer who rose to prominence in the 1970s. With her powerful and emotive vocals, she captivated audiences with hits like "You're Gonna Miss Me", which reached the top of the R&B chart in 1973. Throughout her career, *Ann Sexton* recorded a collection of soulful tracks that showcased her incredible talent and versatility.

Similar to other iconic soul artists such as Marva Whitney, Barbara Lynn, and Betty Harris, *Ann Sexton* carved out her own unique sound within the genre. Her music resonated with fans who appreciated raw emotion and heartfelt lyrics. Alongside notable performers like Mitty Collier, Laura Lee, and Alice Clark, *Ann Sexton* contributed to the rich tapestry of soul music during this era.

Under her married name Mary Burton at times throughout her career, *Ann Sexton* continued to make waves in the industry. She drew inspiration from fellow artists such as Erma Franklin and Bobby Patterson while also sharing stages with talented musicians like Yvonne Fair and Margie Joseph. Collaborating with groups like The Sweet Inspirations further solidified *Ann Sexton's* place among esteemed vocalists of her time.

Charly Records, also known as Charly, is a British label specializing in reissuing old music from iconic catalogs such as Sun Record Company and Chess. Founded by Jean-Luc Young in France in 1974 and later moved to England in 1975, Charly Records has become a renowned name in the industry.

Throughout its history, Charly Records established various associated companies for licensing and rights, including Charly Records International APS based in Denmark and Charly Holdings Inc. registered in the USA. In the 1990s, they collaborated with Movieplay Portuguesa for CD releases, resulting in the presence of SPA rights society on those releases.

Despite being dissolved in 2001, Charly Records underwent new management and became part of the Snapper Music group. Today, it continues to distribute its reissued music through their extensive network.

Authentic UK reissue of this collectable cult album. Exclusive '70th Birthday' Special Edition. Features Current club favourites "I Had A Fight With love" &amp; "Colour My World Blue". Also features the bonus track "You've Got To Use What You Got".

The Beginning

Music GB