Aretha Franklin – I Never Loved A Man (Mono) [180 Gram Vinyl LP]

Aretha Franklin – I Never Loved A Man (Mono) [180 Gram Vinyl LP]

Format: 180 Gram Vinyl LP
Catalogue Number: 034979 1112
Released: 9 September 2013 (Remastered from 1967 original)
Genre: Soul / R&B
Label: Rhino / Atlantic

Description

Originally released in 1967, I Never Loved A Man The Way I Love You marked Aretha Franklin’s explosive debut for Atlantic Records — and the birth of her reign as the Queen of Soul. This 2013 mono reissue, remastered from the original tapes and pressed on heavyweight 180-gram vinyl, delivers the raw emotional power and gospel-infused soul that defined a generation. Featuring timeless classics like “Respect,” “Do Right Woman – Do Right Man,” and “Dr. Feelgood,” this edition preserves the analog warmth and punch of the original mono mix. A cornerstone of soul music and a must-have for audiophiles and collectors alike.

Artist Overview

Aretha Franklin’s voice reshaped American music. With this album, she fused gospel fervor with R&B grit, creating a sound that was both deeply personal and universally resonant. Her interpretations of Otis Redding and Sam Cooke compositions became definitive, and her own songwriting shone with vulnerability and strength.

Track Listing

Side A
A1. Respect
A2. Drown In My Own Tears
A3. I Never Loved A Man (The Way I Love You)
A4. Soul Serenade
A5. Don’t Let Me Lose This Dream
A6. Baby, Baby, Baby

Side B
B1. Dr. Feelgood
B2. Good Times
B3. Do Right Woman – Do Right Man
B4. Save Me
B5. A Change Is Gonna Come