In January 1967, a 24-year old
Aretha Franklin signed to Atlantic
Records and began one of the most legendary runs in music history,
releasing five U.S. hit singles in that year alone. Rhino celebrates the
50th anniversary of Franklin’s historic signing with an opportunity to
hear her classic Atlantic masters like never before.
A BRAND NEW ME features Franklin's instantly recognizable
voice woven together with new orchestral arrangements. The Royal
Philharmonic Orchestra recorded the music at Abbey Road Studios in
London, with brand new backing vocals led by Grammy®-winning singer
Patti Austin.
