Dive into the soulful sounds of Ann Peebles with her third studio album, a masterpiece that captures the essence of Southern soul.
: Another major R&B hit that solidified Peebles' place as a soul legend.
: The record features the core Hi Records band, including the Hodges brothers (Teenie on guitar, Charles on organ) and drummer Howard Grimes. Ann Peebles - I cant stand the Rain 1974
: Instead of traditional violins, the "raindrop" effect was created using a newly installed electric timbale .
While it was her highest-charting record on the Billboard 200 at the time, its influence has only grown through covers and samples. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Ann Peebles - I Can't Stand The Rain (Vinyl) Dive into the soulful sounds of Ann Peebles
Beyond the title track, the album explores the "darker side of love" with a blend of raw emotion and classic Southern soul.
Ann Peebles: the girl with the big voice | Soul | The Guardian : Instead of traditional violins, the "raindrop" effect
: John Lennon famously dubbed it "the best song ever" . Album Highlights