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Nappy Brown was a blues and R&B singer who began his career singing gospel before turning to blues in the mid-1950s, recording for the Savoy label throughout this core era of his career, when he was greatly admired by Elvis Presley who often saw him perform in Memphis. His powerful and adaptable vocal style is widely seen as a key strand in the development of soul music, and after fading from view after the 50s he made a comeback during the 1980s to enjoy renewed popularity. This excellent value 52-track 2-CD set comprises the A & B sides of his Savoy singles from these years, including two titles recorded at the beginning of his recording career as a member of the Heavenly Lights gospel group, before signing to the label as a solo artist. It includes the No. 2 R&B hit Don't Be Angry, plus his other hits Pitter Patter, Little By Little, It Don't Hurt No More & I Cried Like a Baby, and his classic song (The Night Time Is) The Right Time, which was covered by Ray Charles to score a Top 5 hit. Its a comprehensive overview of the primary era of his recording career, and a fine showcase for the talent of a distinctive and influential performer. REVIEWS “This latest from Acrobat features 52 tracks from one of the greatest R&B voices that ever stood before a microphone… Paul Watts, provides a lengthy and very detailed sleeve-note, which together with a comprehensive discography etc, adds up to a quite huge 26-page booklet... Worthy of repeated listening, and at Acrobat prices, this should need no encouragement from me. Recommended.” – Tony Watson (Blues & Rhythm March 2020) “This new offering from Acrobat will help to reemphasise his talents and make Napoleon Brown Goodson Culp's star shine just that little bit brighter.” – Pete O'Gorman (Now Dig This 439)
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