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the como mamas - get an understanding - daptone records - vinyl

New Copy

Genre: Funk / Soul

1. Old Landmark
2. God Is Able
3. God Is Good To Me
4. Thank Him Enough
5. Peace Of Mind
6. IKnow It Was The Blood
7. Meet Me At The River Jordan
8. Ninety Nine And A Half Won't Do
9. Soon I Will Be Done
10. One More River To Cross
11. I'm Going Home To Jesus
12. Hold Me Jesus
13. Nobody's Fault But Mine

13 songs of unadulterated gospel greatness with only three instruments on this recording: The powerful, raspy voice of Ester Mae Smith, the deep soothing voice of Angela Taylor, and the energetic, spirited vocals of Della Daniels

In 2005, Michael Reilly embarked on a journey down south with the intention to film a documentar y about local musicians. Through a series of unexpected yet fortunate events Reilly was led to Como Mississippi, and ultimately to the table of Angela Taylor - where she, her sister Della Daniels, and long time friend Ester Mae Smith performed an a cappella rendition of "Peace of Mind".

t was this moment that inspired Michael to return to Como with proper recording equipment, and much like what Alan Lomax had done decades before, document some of the most honest, soulful music to ever be tracked to tape. The first volume of recordings, 2008's ComoNow featured the Como Mamas, as well as several other local groups delivering heart stopping a cappella renditions of songs they cherished.