Hold On, I'm Comin'

Released in the mid-1960s on the small, independent Lamia label, this single by The Emblems represents the gritty, grassroots output of the soul and R&B scene in the American South. The recording was produced during an era when local labels acted as vital incubators for regional talent, often recording in modest facilities that emphasized a raw, live-energy sound meant for jukeboxes and local radio play.

The record serves as a testament to the period's pervasive practice of smaller acts recording covers or stylistically similar tracks to capitalize on the success of established hits, in this case, the famous Sam & Dave song of the same title. The Emblems' version reflects the common industry approach of the time, where groups aimed to capture the kinetic, gospel-infused vocal interplay that defined the Stax and Atlantic sounds, though they remained a deeper-cut footnote in the broader soul discography.