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Allen Toussaint is a giant of American popular music, but his work was primarily behind the scenes as a songwriter, producer, arranger, and sessionman. Even as a leader, his songs and recordings became better-known through interpretations and assimilations from such artists as Glen Campbell, Lowell George, and Bonnie Raitt, instead of his darkly sensual, funky records of the '70s. That's why a collection like Finger Poppin' and Stompin' Feet: 20 Classic Allen Toussaint Productions is so welcome -- it shines a spotlight on Toussaint's most influential work as a producer and songwriter, all from the vaults of Minit Records. This is hardly the totality of Toussaint's contributions -- not only are his solo recordings nowhere to be seen, such brilliant work as his collaborations with Lee Dorsey are nowhere to be heard on this disc -- but it's an exuberant celebration of a musician at the top of his game. Plus, it's just a hell of a good listen, nearly a greatest-hits collection of New Orleans R&B as a whole, thanks to such classics as the Showmen's "It Will Stand"; Ernie K-Doe's "Mother-in-Law," "A Certain Girl," and "I Cried My Last Tear"; Aaron Neville's "Over You"; Jessie Hill's "Ooh Poo Pah Doo, Pt. 1"; Benny Spellman's "Fortune Teller" and "Lipstick Traces (On a Cigarette)"; and Irma Thomas' "Ruler of My Heart" and "It's Raining." In addition to those, there are lesser-known gems from the same artists, plus cult artists like the Del Royals and Allen Orange, which add seasoning to a collection already bursting with flavor. Even if you already know Allen Toussaint's work and reputation, it's a revelation and a joyous listen. And, needless to say, it's also essential to any pop or R&B collection.
© Stephen Thomas Erlewine /TiVo
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Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - The Showmen, MainArtist - Norman Johnson, Composer
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Producer, ComposerLyricist - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Ernie K-Doe, MainArtist
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Aaron Neville, MainArtist - Allen Toussaint, Composer, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Allen Orange, Composer
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Composer, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Allen Orange, Composer - Allen & Allen, MainArtist
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Jessie Hill, MainArtist, ComposerLyricist - Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Producer, ComposerLyricist - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Ernie K-Doe, MainArtist
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Irma Thomas, MainArtist - Allen Toussaint, Composer, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Allen Orange, Composer, MainArtist - Clarence Toussaint, Composer
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Aaron Neville, MainArtist - Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Naomi Neville, Composer
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Ernest Kador, Composer - Ernie K-Doe, MainArtist
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Jessie Hill, Composer, Producer, MainArtist - Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Naomi Neville, Composer - Benny Spellman, MainArtist
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Naomi Neville, Composer - Ernie K-Doe, MainArtist
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Naomi Neville, Composer - Benny Spellman, MainArtist
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Producer - Naomi Neville, Composer - The Del Royals, MainArtist
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Irma Thomas, MainArtist - Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Naomi Neville, Composer
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Naomi Neville, Composer - Ernie K-Doe, MainArtist
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - The Showmen, MainArtist - Norman Johnson, Composer
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Irma Thomas, MainArtist - Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel - Naomi Neville, Composer
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Jessie Hill, MainArtist, ComposerLyricist - Allen Toussaint, Producer - Ron McMaster, Mastering Engineer, StudioPersonnel
(C) 2002 Capitol Records, LLC ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
Albumbeschreibung
Allen Toussaint is a giant of American popular music, but his work was primarily behind the scenes as a songwriter, producer, arranger, and sessionman. Even as a leader, his songs and recordings became better-known through interpretations and assimilations from such artists as Glen Campbell, Lowell George, and Bonnie Raitt, instead of his darkly sensual, funky records of the '70s. That's why a collection like Finger Poppin' and Stompin' Feet: 20 Classic Allen Toussaint Productions is so welcome -- it shines a spotlight on Toussaint's most influential work as a producer and songwriter, all from the vaults of Minit Records. This is hardly the totality of Toussaint's contributions -- not only are his solo recordings nowhere to be seen, such brilliant work as his collaborations with Lee Dorsey are nowhere to be heard on this disc -- but it's an exuberant celebration of a musician at the top of his game. Plus, it's just a hell of a good listen, nearly a greatest-hits collection of New Orleans R&B as a whole, thanks to such classics as the Showmen's "It Will Stand"; Ernie K-Doe's "Mother-in-Law," "A Certain Girl," and "I Cried My Last Tear"; Aaron Neville's "Over You"; Jessie Hill's "Ooh Poo Pah Doo, Pt. 1"; Benny Spellman's "Fortune Teller" and "Lipstick Traces (On a Cigarette)"; and Irma Thomas' "Ruler of My Heart" and "It's Raining." In addition to those, there are lesser-known gems from the same artists, plus cult artists like the Del Royals and Allen Orange, which add seasoning to a collection already bursting with flavor. Even if you already know Allen Toussaint's work and reputation, it's a revelation and a joyous listen. And, needless to say, it's also essential to any pop or R&B collection.
© Stephen Thomas Erlewine /TiVo
About the album
- 1 disc(s) - 20 track(s)
- Total length: 00:49:34
- Main artist: Various Artists
- Composer: Various Composers
- Label: Capitol Records
- Genre: Soul/Funk/R&B R&B
© 2002 Capitol Records, LLC This Compilation ℗ 2002 Capitol Records, LLC
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