Album of the Day

Aretha Franklin signed to Atlantic Records in 1967 to begin one of the greatest runs in music history, and Rhino marked the 50th anniversary of that legendary partnership with A BRAND NEW ME: ARETHA FRANKLIN WITH THE ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA. The album pairs the vocals from some of the Queen of Soul's most iconic Atlantic songs with new arrangements performed by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra; the result is another timeless record that retains the soul, groove and gospel power of Franklin's revered talent. Among the standout tracks are re-imagined versions of classics like the Billboard #1 R&B hits "Respect," "Think," "Don't Play That Song (You Lied)" and "Angel." Welcome in a brand new year with A BRAND NEW ME.