I Learned The Hard Way marks a milestone in soul and funk, capturing Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings at their most confident and emotionally resonant. Produced by Bosco Mann and recorded to 8-tracks at Daptone’s House of Soul, the album bridges gritty, authentic funk with lush, old-school R&B, earning universal acclaim from critics for its passionate performances and timeless sound.
Jones’ commanding vocals shine throughout a set that wrestles with heartbreak and resilience, especially in the powerful trilogy that opens the record. Praised by Rolling Stone for its “gritty, credible, emotion-laden” spirit and hailed by MOJO as one of the world’s most scorching outfits, this release is an essential chapter in the evolving story of Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Daptone Records
- Genre: Soul & Funk
- Release Date: 04/06/2010
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TRACKS
A1. The Game Gets Old
A2. I Learned The Hard Way
A3. Better Things
A4. Give It Back
A5. Money
A6. The Reason
B1. Window Shopping
B2. She Ain't A Child No More
B3. I'll Still Be True
B4. Without A Heart
B5. If You Call
B6. Mama Don't Like My Man
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