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Joe Cocker With A Little Help From My Friends, 8T4182
With a Little Help from My Friends is the gold-certified debut studio album by British singer Joe Cocker, released in April 1969. The album is widely regarded as a masterpiece of rock interpretation, blending blues rock, soul, and R&B.
 
Musical Style and Performance
The album is defined by Cocker’s distinctive "soulful rasp" and emotive delivery, often compared to the intensity of Janis Joplin or the influence of Ray Charles. It features a "live jam" feel, bolstered by a legendary cast of supporting musicians included by the following.
Jimmy Page and Albert Lee on guitar.
Steve Winwood and Tommy Eyre on organ.
B.J. Wilson (Procol Harum) on drums.
Backing vocals by soul singers such as Madeline Bell and Brenda Holloway.

Joe Cocker With A Little Help From My Friends, 8T4182

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  • The album consists of ten tracks, primarily reinterpretations of contemporary hits alongside three originals co-written with pianist Chris Stainton.

    "With a Little Help from My Friends"

    - A radical, slow 6/8 meter re-arrangement of the Beatles' original. It became a UK #1 hit and gained lasting fame as the theme for The Wonder Years.

    "Feelin' Alright"

    - Originally by Dave Mason (Traffic), this version is often cited as the definitive recording.

    "Just Like a Woman" and "I Shall Be Released"

    - Soulful covers of Bob Dylan classics.

    "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood"

    - A guitar-heavy rendition of the Nina Simone/The Animals track.

    Originals

    -  "Marjorine," "Change in Louise," and "Sandpaper Cadillac

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