The "5" Royales - The Harbingers Of Soul

Format: LP
Catalogue No.: HOS1
Barcode: 5060331750390
Release Date: 30 Jan 2026
Genre: Soul

The “5” Royales were the most enduring and influential of all the 1950s proto-soul groups. In a very crowded market, their success was remarkable. The Royales were the first African American group to introduce gospel based vocal styles into the rhythm and blues format. This gave an intensity to their recordings and live performances that no other combo could get near, thanks to the passion and power that lead singer Johnny Tanner generated. Furthermore, the group possessed in Lowman Pauling a songwriter of genius and a guitarist, who invented an exciting style of playing that linked stinging solos with rhythmic accompaniment. The Harbingers Of Soul is a mouth-watering overview featuring the best of the King era and the most soulful sides from their stay at Home Of The Blues. 180gsm vinyl. Sleeve notes by John Ridley.

Side One King Classics
1. Think
2. Messin' Up
3. Dedicated To The One I Love
4. Tell The Truth
5. It Hurts Inside
6. When I Get Like This
7. Good Lookin' Woman
8. Say It

Side Two Soulful Sides
1. Don't Let It Be In Vain
2. I'm With You
3. Show Me
4. I Got To Know
5. Much In Need
6. Catch That Teardrop
7. What's In The Heart
8. Get Something Out Of It