With a sweet voice that conveys conveys innocence, happiness and heartbreak in equal measures, Jan Bradley is one of my favorite Chicago (by way of Mississippi) ladies of soul. In addition to being an incredibly emotive singer, Jan also had a hand in writing a number of her songs, including today's entry, whose lyrics brilliantly convey the feeling of loneliness in a densely populated city.
Jan Bradley was discovered singing while still in high school, and shortly after graduating recorded the incredible "Mama Didn't Lie" with Curtis Mayfield behind the boards (it was a huge r&b hit which also crossed over to the pop charts). She continued releasing records til the early seventies (including this writers' personal favorite, "It's Just Your Way") when she left the biz. She became a social worker on the Chicago south side, but still continues singing in her church choir.
from 1968...
JAN BRADLEY - NIGHTS IN NEW YORK CITY
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Nice one! Don't ya just love mono?
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