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Etta James had her first record at the age of 15 and enjoyed success that few singers ever achieve. She overcame more than her fair share of demons to do it, too, and came out of her career as one of the most heralded and influential voices of all time.
Etta James passed away on January 20, 2012 at the age of 73. We remember her remarkable life and legendary career.
For more information, log on to http://www.fulltimeblues.com
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Piece Description
Etta James had her first record at the age of 15 and enjoyed success that few singers ever achieve. She overcame more than her fair share of demons to do it, too, and came out of her career as one of the most heralded and influential voices of all time.
Etta James passed away on January 20, 2012 at the age of 73. We remember her remarkable life and legendary career.
For more information, log on to http://www.fulltimeblues.com
Musical Works
| Title | Artist | Album | Label | Year | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At Last (excerpt) | Etta James | At Last!. | Argo | 1960 | 00:00 |
| Sunday Kind of Love (excerpt) | Etta James | At Last!. | Argo | 1960 | 00:00 |
| Something's Got a Hold on Me (excerpt) | Etta James | Etta James Top Ten. | Argo | 1963 | 00:00 |
| Good Feeling (excerpt) | Flo Rida | Only One Rida (Part 2). | Atlantic/Poe Boy | 2012 | 00:00 |
| The Wallflower (excerpt) | Etta James | The Wallflower. | Modern | 1955 | 00:00 |
| Dreamer (excerpt) | Etta James | The Dreamer. | Verve Forecast | 2011 | 00:00 |
| Shakey Ground (excerpt) | Etta James | Seven Year Itch. | Island | 1990 | 00:00 |





