The Fame Studios Story 1961-1973 3-CD Compilation

The FAME Studios Story: 1961–1973 is a 3-CD compilation released by Ace Records in 2011 that highlights the most influential years of FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Spanning 75 tracks, the set features a mix of soul, R\&B, and Southern pop recorded under producer Rick Hall, with performances by artists such as Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, Etta James, Wilson Pickett, Clarence Carter, and Candi Staton. It captures the studio’s signature sound—gritty, emotional, and tightly arranged—driven by its legendary house band later known as The Swampers. Alongside major hits are deep cuts and rare recordings that showcase the full scope of FAME’s musical legacy during its peak. The compilation also includes detailed liner notes and rare photos, offering a comprehensive look at one of the most important studios in American music history.


Condition: Pre-Owned Fair

fair shape, outer sleeve has some minor paper damage, booklet has come apart from spine but is in great shape