The Checkmates Ltd - Proud Mary

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Review by Đất Xanh Miền Tây

The album Proud Mary by Checkmates Ltd. is a classic soul and R&B album that showcases the band's talent and versatility. The album was released in 1969 and features ten tracks that range from upbeat and funky to slow and soulful.

The album's title track, "Proud Mary," is a standout hit that has become a timeless classic. The Checkmates Ltd. version of the song is a high-energy, horn-driven rendition that is sure to get listeners moving. Other standout tracks on the album include "Black Pearl," a soulful ballad that showcases the band's vocal harmonies, and "Never Should Have Lied," a funky and upbeat track that features a catchy guitar riff.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
I Got Life = Tengo Vida
Prelude = Preludio
Postlude = Postludio
Black Pearl = Perla Negra3:25
Let The Sunshine In / Ain't Got No (Finale) = Siempre Brilla El Sol / No Tengo Nada
Proud Mary4:30
Love Is All I Have To Give = Amor Es Lo Único Que Te Puedo Dar4:13
Theme = Tema
Spanish Harlem = Harlem Español3:17
Aquarius = Acuario
I Keep Forgettin' = Sigo Olvidándome3:03
Ain't Got No = No Tengo Nada
Let The Sunshine (Overture) = Siempre Brilla El Sol / Obertura
Spanish Harlem3:17

Video

Checkmates Ltd. - Love Is All I Have To Give
Sonny Charles & Checkmates - Proud Mary, mono 1969 A&M 45 record.
CHECKMATES LTD ft SONNY CHARLES - SPANISH HARLEM (A&M)

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Catalog Numbers

  • HDA 371-43, HDA (S) 371-43
  • AMS 559

Labels

  • A&M Records, Hispavox
  • A&M Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Album
  • Stereo
  • 7"
  • Single

Companies

RoleCompany
Manufactured ByHispavox, S.A.
Printed ByHispavox, S.A.

Credits

RoleCredit
Adapted ByPhil Spector (tracks: B)
Liner NotesPhil Spector (tracks: B)
Arranged ByDee Barton (tracks: B), Perry Botkin Jr. (tracks: A3, A5)
Orchestrated ByDee Barton (tracks: B), Perry Botkin Jr. (tracks: A3, A5)
ConductorDee Barton (tracks: B), Perry Botkin Jr. (tracks: A3, A5)
Composed ByGalt MacDermot (tracks: B), Gerome Ragni (tracks: B), James Rado (tracks: B)
Coordinator [AdministrativeChuck Ward
A&M]Chuck Ward
Phil Spector Productions]Gloria Dimino
DrumsSweet Louie
Electric BassBill Van Buskirk
EngineerLarry Levine
Lead GuitarHarvey Trees
Photography ByGuy Webster
ArtworkTom Wilkes
ProducerPhil Spector
VocalsBobby Stevens, Marvin "Sweet Louie" Smith

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (A Side Hand-Etched Runout): A&M CSG-SP4265-19-RE A/3850⑨ VERONICA&PHIL
  • Matrix / Runout (B Side Hand-Etched Runout): A&M CSG-SP4266-20-RE A/3850-X VERONICA&PHIL
  • Rights Society: S.G.A.E.
  • Depósito Legal: M-26026-1969
  • Other (Impuesto De Lujo A Metálico. Permiso Nº): 3637

About The Checkmates Ltd

Soul group Hailed from Fort Wayne, Indiana. Discovered by Comprised of mixed black and white members. Their biggest hits are 1969's "Black Pearl

Name Vars

  • Check-Mates Inc.
  • Checkmates
  • Checkmates LTD.
  • Checkmates Ltd
  • Checkmates Ltd.
  • Checkmates, LTD.
  • Sonny Charles & The Checkmates
  • Sonny Charles And Checkmates Ltd.
  • Sonny Charles And The Checkmates Ltd.
  • Sonny Charles And The Checkmates, Ltd.
  • The Check-Mates, Inc.
  • The Checkmate, Ltd.
  • The Checkmates
  • The Checkmates LTD.
  • The Checkmates Ltd
  • The Checkmates Ltd.
  • The Checkmates, LTD.
  • The Checkmates, Ltd
  • The Checkmates, Ltd Featuring Sonny Charles
  • The Checkmates, Ltd.

Members

  • Harvey Trees
  • Bill Van Buskirk
  • Bobby Stevens
  • Joe Romano
  • Chuck Hemphill
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Summary by Đất Xanh Miền Tây

Proud Mary is a must-have album for fans of classic soul and R&B. The Checkmates Ltd. deliver a powerful and memorable performance throughout the album, making it a timeless classic that still holds up today.

Comments

festasmr
Just listen
continuedfractions
I bought the 45 when it came out. I am 65 now, and I still cry when I hear it.
natmoore2431
It might be thought of as a Rock Ballad, but there is just so much Soul in that voice.
duubhglas
That climax at 2:30 though! Phil's almost out-Spectoring himself!
menghuothan
Would say this is my all time favourite rock ballad / Spector did a great job plus the raw emotion in the vocals is superb. Thank you!
gunslingergirlepisode1englishdub
That sad violin at the end is killer
davsof
Love this song Paul Burgess
adrielliizabel15
I dedicated black pearl to all the woman in the world
fakeprofil
Thanks for digging this one out. I co-wrote it with Phil Spector & recorded it for the original Checkmates Ltd when I was the leader of the group.
Bobby Stevens
chandra830
wall of sound by the greatest PHIL SPECTOR..!!!! YES IT IS
ulfaayu
My wife introduced me to this ,what a great track
orencass
What a great song.  Never heard it before.
edilima
Mickey mouse could sing this song it's that beautiful, listened to several versions and they are all superb ❤️
alliemariedz
Class all the way
agentlemanspeaks2you
I know its great but I preferred black pearl
elewoministries
Sorry Arthur your sooo wrong .... This is gorgeous xx
hape001
So good....takes your breath away.Bought the record nearly 50 years ago.
hembusanangin20
i always thought it shoulda been a double A
kobitung
yes it was a single was the B side of Proud mary
chlobow725
omg was sooo talented and now will never see the light of day again
sara963131437
One of the few times when the original is NOT the best. This version blows Creedance one out the water.
myriadvegan
An absolute powerhouse of a sound !!!!!
herfairytaledesigns
my favourite version
markjjkram
Thanks for the info xxx
rashawne16k
I grew up with this version of the song, on a copy of Phil Spector's Greatest Hits. Such a great mix, terrific energy, and of course that wall of sound. Thanks for sharing it!
trainingfromabarkalounger
I'm very surprised. I've never heard this version before. It's obvious to me that Ike was influenced by this version, because he didn't care for the original.
gandin
Was this ever a single ??
lennyrollojfakl32
First heard this on radio luxumbrg 1969 it was a blast then still his