Allen Toussaint is a giant of American popular music, but his work was primarily behind the scenes as a songwriter, producer, arranger, and sessionman. Even as a leader, his songs and recordings became better-known through interpretations and assimilations from such artists as Glen Campbell, Lowell George, and Bonnie Raitt, instead of his darkly sensual, funky records of the '70s. That's why a collection like Finger Poppin' and Stompin' Feet: 20 Classic Allen Toussaint Productions is so welcome -- it shines a spotlight on Toussaint's most influential work as a producer and songwriter, all from the vaults of Minit Records. This is hardly the totality of Toussaint's contributions -- not only are his solo recordings nowhere to be seen, such brilliant work as his collaborations with Lee Dorsey are nowhere to be heard on this disc -- but it's an exuberant celebration of a musician at the top of his game. Plus, it's just a hell of a good listen, nearly a greatest-hits collection of New Orleans R&B as a whole, thanks to such classics as the Showmen's "It Will Stand"; Ernie K-Doe's "Mother-in-Law," "A Certain Girl," and "I Cried My Last Tear"; Aaron Neville's "Over You"; Jessie Hill's "Ooh Poo Pah Doo, Pt. 1"; Benny Spellman's "Fortune Teller" and "Lipstick Traces (On a Cigarette)"; and Irma Thomas' "Ruler of My Heart" and "It's Raining." In addition to those, there are lesser-known gems from the same artists, plus cult artists like the Del Royals and Allen Orange, which add seasoning to a collection already bursting with flavor. Even if you already know Allen Toussaint's work and reputation, it's a revelation and a joyous listen. And, needless to say, it's also essential to any pop or R&B collection.

1. The Showmen - It Will Stand

2. Ernie K-Doe - Mother-In-Law

3. Aaron Neville - Over You

4. Allen & Allen - Heavenly Baby

5. Jessie Hill - Ooh Poo Pah Doo (Part 1)

6. Ernie K-Doe - Tain't It The Truth

7. Irma Thomas - Cry On

8. Allen Orange - True Love Never Dies

9. Aaron Neville - Let's Live

10. Ernie K-Doe - Te-Ta-Te-Ta-Ta

11. Jessie Hill - Whip It On Me

12. Benny Spellman - Fortune Teller

13. Ernie K-Doe - I Cried My Last Tear

14. Benny Spellman - Lipstick Traces (On A Cigarette)

15. The Del Royals - Always Naggin' (Grumblin' Fussin' Nag Nag)

16. Irma Thomas - It's Raining

17. Ernie K-Doe - A Certain Girl

18. The Showmen - 39-21-46

19. Irma Thomas - Ruler Of My Heart

20. Jessie Hill - Ooh Poo Pah Doo (Part 2)



DOWNLOAD
uploadgig


rapidgator


nitroflare

---