Name: Gee Whiz
Brand: Carla Thomas

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

408715

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2016-11-14

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Lasgo

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

8436559464901

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

Artist

Carla Thomas

Genre US

Funk / Soul

Label US

WaxTime

Carla Thomas, an American singer born on December 21, 1942 in Memphis, Tennessee, is often hailed as "The Queen Of Memphis Soul". As the daughter of Rufus Thomas and sister of Vaneese Thomas and Marvell Thomas, Carla made her mark as a recording artist for Stax and Atlantic Records during the 1960s and early 1970s. Her soulful voice captivated audiences and established her as a prominent figure in the music industry. With hits like "(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher" and "Gee Whiz (Look at His Eyes)", Carla's talent continues to inspire generations of artists.

Carla Thomas' unique sound has influenced many other notable performers such as The Astors, William Bell, The Mar-Keys, Rufus Thomas, Barbara Stephens, The Mad Lads, Barbara & The Browns, Mable John, Eddie Floyd, Johnnie Taylor, Ruby Johnson,
Sam & Dave,
The Charmels,
The Soul Children,
The Staple Singers,
Booker T. & the M.G.'s,
Wendy Rene,
Rufus & Carla,
David Porter,
and Ollie & The Nightingales.

Experience the timeless music of Carla Thomas today and discover why she remains an iconic figure in soul music history.

Thomas' first album was built around the huge title hit, and also included her follow-up single, 'A Love of My Own,' which reached the R&amp;B Top 20, although it wasn't nearly as popular as 'Gee Whiz (Look at His Eyes).' The record is far more pop-oriented than the sound for which Stax would become known, with both the material and the arrangements showing substantial influences from pop standards, doo wop, and even (particularly in the songs with backup vocals by the Anita Kerr Singers) Nashville country." —All Music Guideatla

Gee Whiz

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