Wade Flemons

Wade Flemons Coll. edition

Wade Flemons was a splendid but underrated R&B/soul singer and pianist, who made a brief impact on record charts in the late 1950s and early 1960s. In spite of several 7" records for different labels, he made only one album throughout his career. This essential release presents his complete LP, Wade Flemons, which was originally issued by Vee Jay Records in 1960 (when he was at the peak of his success). The 12 songs contained on the long-unavailable album mark the best introduction into this soulman's mastery and overlooked legacy. Among them, the self-penned "My Baby Likes to Rock," and the soulful, neo- Latin/calypso beat "Here I Stand," remain timeless, irresistible staples. In addition to the original LP, this remastered collector's CD contains 16 bonus tracks - including forgotten hits and hard-to-find sides from the same period.

"Wade Flemons sings bright, attractive rockers that move, as well as pretty soul ballads with much feeling over a vocal group." - Billboard magazine

WADE FLEMONS, lead vocals and occasional piano, plus:

The Newcomers: Lou Wilson, James Kelley, Ed Horsley, Lewis Grave (backing vocals on tracks 5-10, 12 & 23). Also featuring Curtis Mayfield (guitar on tracks 13 & 19), Floyd Cramer (piano on track 20), Boots Randolph (saxophone on track 18), The Dells (backing vocals on track 21), The Four Seasons (backing vocals on tracks 22 & 27). Further personnel and chorus are unknown. Tracks 13 & 19 were arranged and produced by Curtis Mayfield. Track 20 was arranged by Bill Justis. Track 21 was arranged by Luchi De Jesus. Unidentified arranger/s for the remaining songs. Recorded in Chicago, Illinois, 1958-1962.