A Woman's Love / Don't Let The Love Light Leave

Released in 1964 on the Atlantic label, this single features Carla Thomas, a foundational figure in the development of the Memphis soul sound. As the daughter of Stax Records legend Rufus Thomas, Carla was a vital presence at the studio, bridging the gap between gospel-inflected rhythm and blues and the polished pop-soul aesthetic that Atlantic sought to cultivate for national distribution during the mid-sixties.

The production reflects the collaborative atmosphere of the era, capturing a moment when the Stax-Atlantic partnership was defining the Southern soul movement. While perhaps less commercially pervasive than her signature hits like 'Gee Whiz (Look at His Eyes),' this release is valued by collectors for its pristine documentation of the evolving soul balladry of the time, showcasing Thomas's characteristic vocal warmth and the understated, rhythmic sophistication of the Stax house band.