Just a voice singing directly into a microphone and directly recorded onto tape. No mixing, no tracking, no fuss, no muss. Just pure vocal talent in its most natural form. Etta James is just undeniable ✌️
Etta James is a great vocalist but you should look at some of her contemporaries that you haven't gotten to yet. Such as Dinah Washington (an amazingly versatile talent), Carmen MacRae, Sarah Vaughn, Ruth Brown, June Christy, Nancy Wilson, Dakota Staton and many others.
Ahh, Dinah Washington, I just love her. I watch the vid of "Dinah Washington - I Don't Hurt Anymore (1956)" on YT regularly, it just makes me feel happy. Add Anita O'Day to that list, but I think Ella and The Divine One (Vaughn) are probably the best true jazz standard singers to start that journey. EDIT: I just looked, they've done a couple Ella songs so the journey's begun! 😉
Also, the lesser known Barbara Lynn. On her bluesy hit, "You'll Lose a Good Thing, " she sings lead and plays electric guitar. Very rare, for a woman; particularly in 1962. Love her and the song.
I love Etta James. Especially her song "At Last". I know she said in the interview when President Obama became president. She felt a little snubbed and hurt because they asked Beyonce to sing her song "At Last" instead of having her do it since she was still alive at that time. But you will like that song and others that she did.
Etta was a very talented singer who I feel didn’t get her flowers. One of my favorites by her is Roll With Me Henry. My mom wouldn’t let me sing that song because she and other thought it was too risqué.
Ah yes......Etta James. The Grand Dame of rock and roll. She walked that rock and roll walk and we're so lucky she did. She's my very favorite female artist of all time. I love this woman. My personal favorite is "Don't Cry Baby." You can't go wrong with any of her music. What a perfect way to start the weekend. Excellent choice!
A blues classic from 1946. James released her version on her 1960 debut album At Last! Based on tech at the time, this is recording at its simplest and musicianship at its finest. No edits, no post-production, no overdubs... just very talented musicians and singer performing the song live (one take) and captured by multiple microphones. A bit of EQ and compression on the mics (on the way to tape) and then practical reverb (mic in a live room recording a speaker playing the sub-mix) blended into the sub-mix to create the final mix. All in real-time. No tricks, no auto-tune, no digital manipulation... just talent. Love it. Great choice, Amber.
I can just sit and listen to Etta and feel like I'm sitting in a basement. Underground gas and soul joint lots of smoke wafting in the air sitting on a table having a drink three, maybe 4 AM in the morning, what a mood, it just conjures up all sorts of memories for me.
You guys would love Etta's I'd Rather Go Blind, also covered by Chicken Shack/Christine McVie before she was in Fleetwood Mac. Also check out the more upbeat Something's Gotta Hold on Me. Christina Aguilera performed her version in the movie Burlesque (see the movie while your at it- starring Christina and Cher!). Nothing like hearing Etta's voice though - Fantastic!
Etta INVENTED a style of her own and so many others have worked to honor her talent and style. Her name should be mentioned among all of the very greatest, most influential, American vocalists.
Knowing how much you love the “crooners” I think you would love their female, contemporaries the ‘Jazz Divas” just as much if not more - Dinah Washington, Sarah Vaughan, Abbey Lincoln, Nancy Wilson, the list goes on, and on - a whole new golden world of music! ❤
I saw Etta James live at the 25th Anniversary of The Dukes lowrider club, It was at Stevens Steak house in L.A. Got to meet her, super wonderfull lady, l believe Brenton Wood was there, along with Richard Berry, who wrote Louie Louie. He sang Theres A Riot Going On, Cell Block # 9.
1960 Etta James did a Willie Dixon cover of "I just want to make love to you", same Album. And it's sultry and amazing. 4 years later The Rolling Stones did a cover as well.
Etta James had that indefinable quality that turned a musician into a spine-tingling enigma. You can't really explain it, or pinpoint it, but it's there, your soul and your body _KNOWS._
@@kellifranklin4432 LOL. At this point, I'm expecting an announcement from Jay and Amber that all Toni Braxton and Mariah Carey videos are blocked. That is the only acceptable answer to why, in two years, they have NEVER reacted to either of those artists, and yet we get hot mess Minogue.
Christina Aguilera - Ain't No Other Man - Candy Man (Both Great Horns !!) Also - Lady Marmalad Annie Lenox (Eurythmics) - Would I Lie to You - I Need a Man - Thorn in My Side Gwen Stefanie - It's My Life - What You Waiting For Shikira - When ever Where ever - Objection Tango Head Pins - Don't it Make You Feel (like Dancing) - Turn it Loud - Just One More Time Toronto - Your Daddy Don't Know - Start Telling the Truth
Come on Amber and give these awesome singers some love at least once.... Check out Stephanie Mills hits "I Feel Good All Over" " Comfort Of A Man" and the duet with Teddy Pendergrass "Feel the Fire" Still waiting on you to do other awesome soul singers like Phyllis Hyman(Living All Alone) and the most powerful singer Jennifer Holliday(And I'm Telling You) Betty Wright "No Pain No Gain" Lisa Fisher "How Do I Ease the Pain" Sylvia "Pillow Talk" Angela Winbush "Angel" Evelyn Champaign King "Shame"
You have listened to Etta three times, but have not chosen her two most famous iconic songs, I'd Rather Go Blind,. and one of the most famous records of all, At Last. You can't fully appreciate Etta until you have heard that one.
Please react to Etta's "I'd Rather Go Blind"! You two are too young to remember, but EVERYTHING used to shut down on Sundays and all stores were closed and hardly anyone traveled anywhere. Sunday had a different kind of feeling.
This woman could use her voice to casually dance between all out Blues through to a slow, stylish jazz feel. At Last was the song my wife and I used as our First Dance. A wonderful woman with an incredible voice.
The incomparable Miss Etta James! YESSIR!. This lady has a resonance to her voice that is unmatched in popular music imo. Her signature song is "At Last" (the title cut from the album shown with this song) and it is a classic for sure. Have loved her music since the 60's. You can't go wrong with Miss Etta. Great reaction again. Keep up the great work.
I'd also check out her version of Come to Mama from the 80s and the original 70s version by Ann Peebles and you should play her song, I Can't Stand the Rain. More r&b from the 60s - Barbara lynn (guitar player) - you’ll lose a good thing; Shirelles - will you love me tomorrow, baby it’s you, dedicated to the one I love, soldier boy, mama said; Erma franklin - peace of my heart; Gloria jones - tainted love; Irma Thomas - time is on my side; Doris troy - just one look.
Oh Etta, you don't even need the music behind you, your voice is the only instrument you need. There is a moment near the end of the song and it is just her voice and man it gives me chills. More Etta please. Suggestions for you "At Last", "I'd Rather Go Blind", and "All I Could Do Was Cry."
Sir Jay and Lady Amber composed by Barbara Belle, Anita Leonard, Stan Rhod,and Louis Prima and was published in 1946. Recorded by Ella Fitzgerald(1947), Jo Stafford(1947), Frankie Laine,(1947)Louis Prima (1947) the Del Vikings (1957) Etta's was released (1960),and Raba McEntire (1988). As I like your reaction to this classic. 👊🏾👊🏾👍🏾🖖🏾
"I want a love that is only square" 🥰 my all time fave Etta James song My girls use to ask me what this song meant and I would tell them that she is saying she wants the real thing. They didn't get lol. Beautiful song, great reaction!
so many people have covered this song by Louis Prima. In fact, Beth Hart and Joe Bonamassa, which you guys have reacted to in the past, did this song about 10 years ago
Etta James was a musical pioneer. For a great upbeat two-woman duet, check out "Do I Make Myself Clear" by Etta James and Sugar Pie DeSanto. It'll make you want to dance!
In my Holy Trinity of top 3 female voices for me along with the G.O.A.T. Ella Fitzgerald and Amy Lee. Honorable mention to Roberta Flack, Oleta Adams and Sade
Hey guys - since you love female blues singers - you must Must check out PAT BENATAR - "True Love" ! It is a knockout blues album ! Enjoy all your reviews/reactions. Keep up the good work !
Good pick Amber! She could fit into the crooner genre, female style; could be why Jay likes it so much!👍👍👍 For real early blues, check out Mamie Smith’s 1920 recording of “Crazy Blues”; the first ever blues vocal recording by a black female artist! A big part of blues history!!👍👍
The song "at last" is a full showcase of her incredible voice. Definitely worth a listen
Definitely Agree! I'd say that's her 'signature' song. Surprised J&Amber haven't done this one yet!
@@rwschummshe and aretha franklin have the greatest female voices of all time, in my opinion.
Wonderful song, her best.
I’m pretty sure they reacted to that song already.
"At Last" is a favorite at weddings.
Just a voice singing directly into a microphone and directly recorded onto tape. No mixing, no tracking, no fuss, no muss. Just pure vocal talent in its most natural form. Etta James is just undeniable ✌️
Y’all been sleeping on Ms. Etta. You need to do “I’d Rather Go Blind” next ❤
That song is so amazing. 😍
Fo sho. Lol!!!
Etta James is a great vocalist but you should look at some of her contemporaries that you haven't gotten to yet. Such as Dinah Washington (an amazingly versatile talent), Carmen MacRae, Sarah Vaughn, Ruth Brown, June Christy, Nancy Wilson, Dakota Staton and many others.
Agreed, but I'd add Della Reese.
Ahh, Dinah Washington, I just love her. I watch the vid of "Dinah Washington - I Don't Hurt Anymore (1956)" on YT regularly, it just makes me feel happy. Add Anita O'Day to that list, but I think Ella and The Divine One (Vaughn) are probably the best true jazz standard singers to start that journey. EDIT: I just looked, they've done a couple Ella songs so the journey's begun! 😉
Sarah Vaughn for sure
I have recommended both Sarah Vaughn and Nancy Wilson several times before.
I prefer the Phoebe Snow cover of At Least
Also, the lesser known Barbara Lynn. On her bluesy hit, "You'll Lose a Good Thing, " she sings lead and plays electric guitar. Very rare, for a woman; particularly in 1962. Love her and the song.
Jay & Amber, you'll love her "At Last", "All I Could Do Was Cry" and "Trust in Me"!!!
I love Etta James. Especially her song "At Last". I know she said in the interview when President Obama became president. She felt a little snubbed and hurt because they asked Beyonce to sing her song "At Last" instead of having her do it since she was still alive at that time. But you will like that song and others that she did.
Wow, Etta James, one of the greatest ever, snubbed for an adequate but nothing special 'celebrity' pop singer like Beyoncé, shame on them.
@@sg-yq8pm I agree. That was a big slap in the face.
Beyonce is a career minor leaguer in comparison to Etta James vocal talents.
Etta was a very talented singer who I feel didn’t get her flowers. One of my favorites by her is Roll With Me Henry. My mom wouldn’t let me sing that song because she and other thought it was too risqué.
Obamas love being seen with celebrities. They should be ashamed of themselves for not asking Etta.
Because y'all love Etta James and Amy Winehouse, you must add Dinah Washington.
Ah yes......Etta James. The Grand Dame of rock and roll. She walked that rock and roll walk and we're so lucky she did. She's my very favorite female artist of all time. I love this woman. My personal favorite is "Don't Cry Baby." You can't go wrong with any of her music. What a perfect way to start the weekend. Excellent choice!
Jazz or R&B...more than R&R
Making the Etta James - Amy Winehouse connection proves how much growth these two have made! Love it!
The great Etta James. This is beautifull, but guys, you must react to her "At Last". Youd both love it, i know. ❤🎼🎙
A blues classic from 1946. James released her version on her 1960 debut album At Last! Based on tech at the time, this is recording at its simplest and musicianship at its finest. No edits, no post-production, no overdubs... just very talented musicians and singer performing the song live (one take) and captured by multiple microphones. A bit of EQ and compression on the mics (on the way to tape) and then practical reverb (mic in a live room recording a speaker playing the sub-mix) blended into the sub-mix to create the final mix. All in real-time. No tricks, no auto-tune, no digital manipulation... just talent. Love it. Great choice, Amber.
Etta has a slew of beautiful hits! My Dearest Darling, All I Could Do Was Cry, Trust In Me and so many more! I bet Amy was a big fan of Etta James!
Seeing your faces react to this Etta James song is all I need right now. She has an undeniable talent for evoking emotions.
I can just sit and listen to Etta and feel like I'm sitting in a basement. Underground gas and soul joint lots of smoke wafting in the air sitting on a table having a drink three, maybe 4 AM in the morning, what a mood, it just conjures up all sorts of memories for me.
Love Etta, Nina Simeon, Aretha Franklin and Billie Holiday. Great Sunday music.
This is why she is a legend and this song is a classic.
OMG!!! Y’all have to check her out - I’d Rather Go Blind Live At Montreux (1975). It’s amazing indeed.
Etta was a Queen.
You guys would love Etta's I'd Rather Go Blind, also covered by Chicken Shack/Christine McVie before she was in Fleetwood Mac. Also check out the more upbeat Something's Gotta Hold on Me. Christina Aguilera performed her version in the movie Burlesque (see the movie while your at it- starring Christina and Cher!). Nothing like hearing Etta's voice though - Fantastic!
Etta INVENTED a style of her own and so many others have worked to honor her talent and style. Her name should be mentioned among all of the very greatest, most influential, American vocalists.
Gotta listen to her song
AT LAST
Beautiful!!!
Etta always makes me want to sit back and reminisce. LoL she makes me want to say "I need a drink 🍻" .
Love It! Agree with a couple comments that 'At Last' should be your next choice for her! :) IMO, it's her Signature Song! Great Choice Amber!
Knowing how much you love the “crooners” I think you would love their female, contemporaries the ‘Jazz Divas” just as much if not more - Dinah Washington, Sarah Vaughan, Abbey Lincoln, Nancy Wilson, the list goes on, and on - a whole new golden world of music! ❤
One of the greatest singers and greatest voices of all time. Like you Jay, I could listen to Etta all day.
You don’t listen to this song, you get cradled by it
One of the most spectcular voices ever ❤
Amazing singer. But Amber I know a lot of us have requested you to react to "At Last". That's her signature song.
Christmas is coming and Etta does carols just as well.
I saw Etta James live at the 25th Anniversary of The Dukes lowrider club, It was at Stevens Steak house in L.A. Got to meet her, super wonderfull lady, l believe Brenton Wood was there, along with Richard Berry, who wrote Louie Louie. He sang Theres A Riot Going On, Cell Block # 9.
Etta James was a Queen of the Blues & a voice like hers comes along once in a century.
Can't wait for your reaction! Etta is one-of-a-kind! ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
Oh my gosh is right, Etta is incredible
I love Etta James on any day, and especially on Sundays!
So glad Amber that you focused on Etta. What a pure voice.
Beautiful! You've got to hear her sing At Last.
Love this one, and "At Last" is legendary.
Whoever her arranger was needs a Grammy along with the late great Etta James
Dinah Washington's version is fantastic as well. Dinah also influenced Amy Winehouse, she admitted.
check out miss Etta's "If I had Any Pride Left at All" a real tearjerker
“I’d Rather Go Blind” is my favorite! Y’all will love it.
A great legend with awesome talent....Rest in peace Etta.
OMG!!!!! Miss Etta ROCKS!!!!!!!!! Love her.
1960 Etta James did a Willie Dixon cover of "I just want to make love to you", same Album. And it's sultry and amazing. 4 years later The Rolling Stones did a cover as well.
Beautiful, makes me want to dance like dancing with the stars!
Etta James had that indefinable quality that turned a musician into a spine-tingling enigma. You can't really explain it, or pinpoint it, but it's there, your soul and your body _KNOWS._
Most definitely❤ some Etta James, Legendary 🎶 🎶🎶🎶🎶 Queen.
At Last, a song you won't soon forget. Thanks for this gem.
Holy smokes, Etta James.
Amber, Lee Aaron, "Metal "Queen" Just throwing it out there.
Thank you, Etta James, for cleansing my ears of that Kylie tune. 😆
What you said! I didn't even bother to watch that clip because I dislike KM just that much.
@@kellifranklin4432 LOL. At this point, I'm expecting an announcement from Jay and Amber that all Toni Braxton and Mariah Carey videos are blocked. That is the only acceptable answer to why, in two years, they have NEVER reacted to either of those artists, and yet we get hot mess Minogue.
Christina Aguilera - Ain't No Other Man - Candy Man (Both Great Horns !!) Also - Lady Marmalad
Annie Lenox (Eurythmics) - Would I Lie to You - I Need a Man - Thorn in My Side
Gwen Stefanie - It's My Life - What You Waiting For
Shikira - When ever Where ever - Objection Tango
Head Pins - Don't it Make You Feel (like Dancing) - Turn it Loud - Just One More Time
Toronto - Your Daddy Don't Know - Start Telling the Truth
Come on Amber and give these awesome singers some love at least once.... Check out Stephanie Mills hits "I Feel Good All Over" " Comfort Of A Man" and the duet with Teddy Pendergrass "Feel the Fire" Still waiting on you to do other awesome soul singers like Phyllis Hyman(Living All Alone) and the most powerful singer Jennifer Holliday(And I'm Telling You) Betty Wright "No Pain No Gain" Lisa Fisher "How Do I Ease the Pain" Sylvia "Pillow Talk" Angela Winbush "Angel" Evelyn Champaign King "Shame"
Legendary voice
Etta James really packed the dance floor with “Tell Mamma “😊😊❤
You have listened to Etta three times, but have not chosen her two most famous iconic songs, I'd Rather Go Blind,. and one of the most famous records of all, At Last. You can't fully appreciate Etta until you have heard that one.
One of my favorite Etta songs. It really showcases her voice & range
Beautiful voice. When I hear Etta's name I think of "At Last her best song.
"J" You can put this song on your Crooner's Playlist. Please react to Etta James "At Last"
The song "I'd Rather Go Blind" is simply fantastic.
Legendary voice! Check out Fool That I Am, Something's Got a Hold on Me, and Driving Wheel
“I’d Rather Go Blind” is another great Etta James song
Beautiful voice full of soul.
Love love Etta James!! Amber you are right she sings from her soul‼️My daughter used one of her songs “At Last “at her wedding💗
Her song At Last should be next on your list
Please react to Etta's "I'd Rather Go Blind"! You two are too young to remember, but EVERYTHING used to shut down on Sundays and all stores were closed and hardly anyone traveled anywhere. Sunday had a different kind of feeling.
This woman could use her voice to casually dance between all out Blues through to a slow, stylish jazz feel. At Last was the song my wife and I used as our First Dance. A wonderful woman with an incredible voice.
The incomparable Miss Etta James! YESSIR!. This lady has a resonance to her voice that is unmatched in popular music imo. Her signature song is "At Last" (the title cut from the album shown with this song) and it is a classic for sure. Have loved her music since the 60's. You can't go wrong with Miss Etta. Great reaction again. Keep up the great work.
Reba McIntyre did a great cover of this song. Maybe you should react to it too.
Etta James is my comfort music she's so GOOD
I'd also check out her version of Come to Mama from the 80s and the original 70s version by Ann Peebles and you should play her song, I Can't Stand the Rain. More r&b from the 60s - Barbara lynn (guitar player) - you’ll lose a good thing; Shirelles - will you love me tomorrow, baby it’s you, dedicated to the one I love, soldier boy, mama said; Erma franklin - peace of my heart; Gloria jones - tainted love; Irma Thomas - time is on my side; Doris troy - just one look.
She was a favorite of my parents and she's also a favorite of mine. Her voice is just sooooo good! Her song “at last” will melt you.
Oh Etta, you don't even need the music behind you, your voice is the only instrument you need. There is a moment near the end of the song and it is just her voice and man it gives me chills. More Etta please. Suggestions for you "At Last", "I'd Rather Go Blind", and "All I Could Do Was Cry."
the One and ONLY Ms Etta James!! thank you
She never fails me❤
Etta James - Misty Blue...... is one of her best. Check it out ; keep up the good vibes, you two.
Sir Jay and Lady Amber composed by Barbara Belle, Anita Leonard, Stan Rhod,and Louis Prima and was published in 1946. Recorded by Ella Fitzgerald(1947), Jo Stafford(1947), Frankie Laine,(1947)Louis Prima (1947) the Del Vikings (1957) Etta's was released (1960),and Raba McEntire (1988). As I like your reaction to this classic. 👊🏾👊🏾👍🏾🖖🏾
Just for those who don't know, Chris Stapleton rearranged the tempo of the song Tennessee Whiskey to Etta James's song, I'd Rather Go Blind.
the "one simple note" works BECAUSE you are already floating so lightly on the light drums & soft flowing horns....
"At Last" dont wait too long to this song!
only time will tell and a dance party song basement all her. songs were great there's a heartache in her voice. Sad life
I love Miss Etta James. For a comparison & for some great sounds, listen to her tribute covers of Prince's "Purple Rain" & John Lennon's "Imagine".
GOD I love Etta James. One of the greats.
"I want a love that is only square" 🥰 my all time fave Etta James song
My girls use to ask me what this song meant and I would tell them that she is saying she wants the real thing. They didn't get lol.
Beautiful song, great reaction!
so many people have covered this song by Louis Prima. In fact, Beth Hart and Joe Bonamassa, which you guys have reacted to in the past, did this song about 10 years ago
Etta James!! What an amazing and extraordinary voice!! LEGENDARY!!!
Etta James was a musical pioneer. For a great upbeat two-woman duet, check out "Do I Make Myself Clear" by Etta James and Sugar Pie DeSanto. It'll make you want to dance!
Some super blues, thank you!
One of the best voices I’ve ever heard to this day!!
In my Holy Trinity of top 3 female voices for me along with the G.O.A.T. Ella Fitzgerald and Amy Lee. Honorable mention to Roberta Flack, Oleta Adams and Sade
Hey guys - since you love female blues singers - you must Must check out PAT BENATAR - "True Love" ! It is a knockout blues album ! Enjoy all your reviews/reactions. Keep up the good work !
Picture this J, Etta singing this from the hammock next to you. Heaven! ☮🧡🎶
Did Amy ever record this, or sing it live? Their styles are very similar. Both had amazing voices
Etta James is amazing. This is a perfect song to wake up on a Sunday Morning with the one you love. Thank you Etta.
Thank you for Etta , I love her!!!!!!
There is a song called Saturday Love with Cherille.
Good pick Amber! She could fit into the crooner genre, female style; could be why Jay likes it so much!👍👍👍 For real early blues, check out Mamie Smith’s 1920 recording of “Crazy Blues”; the first ever blues vocal recording by a black female artist! A big part of blues history!!👍👍
She is stellar
You guys were smitten with the first 8 words! And aren’t we all? So good.
Etta James is amazing. You'll love diving into her catalog 🎤🎵👍
From her 1997album, "Love's Ben Rough on Me," check out Etta's version of "The Rock." About 3 and a half minutes of pure heaven.