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First Take [Original recording remastered]

Roberta FlackAudio CD
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)

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Classy, urbane, reserved, smooth, and sophisticated -- all of these terms have been used to describe the music of Roberta Flack, particularly her string of romantic, light jazz ballad hits in the 1970s, which continue to enjoy popularity on MOR-oriented adult contemporary stations. Flack was the daughter of a church organist and started playing piano early enough ... Read more in Amazon's Roberta Flack Store

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Product Details

  • Audio CD (September 19, 1995)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Original recording remastered
  • Label: Atlantic
  • ASIN: B000002J5S
  • Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,080 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Out of print in the U.S.! Import pressing of the 1969 debut album from the sophisticated Soul vocalist. Eight tracks. Warner.

Customer Reviews

I gave this as a gift to my husband and he was stoked! V. VanCamp  |  4 reviewers made a similar statement
Her voice is a gem, to be treasured. Eric V. Moye  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
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42 of 42 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars "First Take" still takes first place! August 30, 2004
Format:Audio CD
Here is one of those albums so pure in its artistry that it stands as one of the finest examples of what "less is more" truly means. But it wasn't until I saw Roberta in person that I understood the power of her connection with an audience. And visa versa. It was 1972, still early in her trajectory, and she had sold out what was one of her biggest concerts to date at the H.I.C arena in Honolulu. At the last minute, she fell ill and everyone had the option of getting their money back or keeping their ticket till she rescheduled several months later. No one was surprised that everyone held on to their ticket, but no one was prepared for what happened when she finally appeared. So enraptured was the audience that the second her foot hit the stage she received a standing ovation that simply would not stop. Not when she finally gave up bowing and sat down at her piano, and not when she finally buried her face in her hands and simply wept. It was the most profoundly moving concert moment I have ever seen - and she hadn't even sung a note! Such was, and is, the power of Roberta Flack and "First Take." Everything that has been written here is accurate; but, strangely, no one mentioned the one track that, for my money, is the most powerful, "Ballad of the Sad Young Men," which has only become more poignant with the added tragedy of AIDS. If ever there was an album that defines musical excellence, it would have to be the one that got its name when it was recorded on its "First Take." But when you do it right the first time, one take is all you need, isn't it?

- Steven B. Williams, Los Angeles
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34 of 36 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, incredible, powerful voice. March 21, 2000
Format:Audio CD
Like one other reviewer, Roberta Flack is my all time favorite vocalist. Her voice is nothing short of magical. It can be soft and gentle and powerful. On this album, she shows both ends of her spectrum.

I saw her in concert, now some twenty five years ago. It was like no other concert I have ever seen in life, before or since. She was magical, from the very first moment she came out onto the stage with one word: "Hello". From that moment, she had the audience in the palm of her hands.

Clint Eastwood may not have discovered her, but he sure gave her a wider audience by including her signature song "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" in his dark movie, "Play Misty For Me". It was a classic, and propetic; the first time ever I heard her voice I knew that I was hearing something unlike anything I had ever heard before.

Along with that wonderful piece, this album includes "That's No Way To Say Goodbye", and "Tryin' Times". These works sure make this album worth having. Her voice is a gem, to be treasured.

The rumor was, back in the day, that Roberta Flack could make good music when she was happy, but could only make great music when she was unhappy. I am ashamed to say it, but if this is true, an awful lot of her fans sure got a lot of pleasure as a result of her pain. For her sacrifice, we owe her a great debt, and hopes for her happiness.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Roberta Flack's First Is Her Best October 20, 1999
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Format:Audio CD
"First Take" is Roberta Flack's best album. Listening to it, you can see why she created a real stir in her early days. Intelligence, artistry, a jazz AND folk sensibility, deeply held passion, and spirituality are just a few words to describe what that amazing brand new voice was bringing to the table. It must've been amazing to hear her in a small club in those days before she hit it big and got somewhat swallowed up by that great big pop maw. "Compared To What" is a fine opener to an album that keeps a very organic and sustained tone throughout, but the real payoff here is "I Told Jesus". Absolutely mind-blowing, it will take you someplace that will send shivers up and down your spine. Listen to it in a darkened room alone with your - and her - thoughts.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars Good Music, Poor Remastering
"First Take" (1969) and "Chapter Two" (1970) are my favourite Roberta Flack albums. I have listened to both albums numerous times on vinyl and enjoyed the mood, tone and depth of... Read more
Published 17 days ago by Harrytunes
5.0 out of 5 stars GWF reviews Roberta
This is an absolute classic. Every song is outstanding. I purchased this CD to replace my original vinyl record which I have given to my grandson who - incidentally - loves this... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Free Form Enterprises
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Music
Great music from an excellent vocalist. Recycled the CD for a charitable cause as I was moving and wasn't so fond of this as I was of another that a kept.
Published 1 month ago by wayzlady
4.0 out of 5 stars Ms Flack
Very please and happy with this purchase I/ve always loved Roberta's music

very time;y and moving I.m very pleased with this
Published 3 months ago by Jerry D. Mills
5.0 out of 5 stars Great energy.
Roberta Flack puts drive and force behind every track. It's full of fine performances. She delivers in style and is an elite vocal artist.
Published 3 months ago by Frank Compton
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Excellent old school CD. I'm a real fan of Roberta Flack and I was glad that her albums were available. Only wish that Quiet Fire was on CD.
Published 8 months ago by Glenn McMillon, Sr.
1.0 out of 5 stars Terrible Sound Quality!
What a disappointment! I had this album years ago, and absolutely loved it. Was excited to find it offered on CD through Amazon by the seller NAGIRY, and was eager to hear it... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Blue Woman
5.0 out of 5 stars Roberta Flack First Take
I am a DJ at a community radio station and I play this First Take Album a lot! Smooth, classic jazz background with Roberta's soulful voice make this down tempo, chill music the... Read more
Published on March 25, 2011 by Soul Sister's Lounge DJ
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfection in Music
I am a professional musician. This first album is extremely good. The Producer let it happen and she was surrounded with just enough backing so as not to take anything away. Read more
Published on November 22, 2010 by Michael Sherrer
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Unfortunately for many deep funk fans, Roberta Flack's reputation is as a velvet voiced balladeer. Ask most people who know anything about her and they'll either mention "The First... Read more
Published on October 16, 2009 by Bill Your 'Free Form FM Print DJ
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