Soul music, originating in the late 50s and 60s from African American communities, combined gospel and rhythm and blues. This 2LP compilation showcases classic soul songs and funky stompers by influential artists on labels like Motown, Atlantic, and Stax.  
On this 2LP compilation classic soul songs by Curtis Mayfield, Marlene Shaw, Bill Withers, and Aretha Franklin are paired with funky soul stompers by James Brown, Sly and The Family Stone, The Isley Brothers, and poetic soul by Gil Scott-Heron, Marvin Gaye, The Impressions and many more influential artists and groups.