Recorded on January 12, 1963, at the Harlem Square Club in Miami, Live at the Harlem Square Club, 1963 captures Sam Cooke at his most electrifying and unfiltered. Though it sat unreleased for over two decades before finally reaching listeners in 1985, this performance has since earned its place as one of the greatest live soul recordings ever committed to tape. Far from the polished pop crossover that defined much of his studio work, this is Cooke raw, passionate, and deeply connected to his gospel roots.
Backed by a tight, swinging band, Cooke tears through his set with an intensity that reveals a side of him rarely heard on record — gritty, spontaneous, and utterly commanding. The crowd feeds his energy and he feeds theirs, creating a call-and-response atmosphere that feels more like a revival than a concert. For fans of soul, R&B, and American music history, this album stands as essential listening and a testament to just how transformative a performer Sam Cooke truly was.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Music On Vinyl
- Genre: Soul & Funk
- Release Date: 02/13/2026
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TRACKS
A1. Soul Twist/Introduction
A2. Feel It (Don't Fight It)
A3. Chain Gang
A4. Cupid
5. Medley: It's All Right/For Sentimental Reasons
A6. Twistin' The Night Away
B1. Somebody Have Mercy
B2. Bring It On Home To Me
B3. Nothing Can Change This Love
B4. Having A Party
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