Album of the Day

Born on this day in 1942, Curtis Mayfield recorded a string of hits with The Impressions before leaving the influential soul-gospel group to embark upon a solo career that began 50 years ago and produced some of his greatest work. Known as the "Gentle Genius," Mayfield has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice - first as a member of The Impressions and later as a solo artist. Rhino spotlights the singer-songwriter's early solo career with KEEP ON KEEPING ON: CURTIS MAYFIELD STUDIO ALBUMS 1970-1974. The four-disc collection includes newly remastered versions of Mayfield's first four studio albums: CURTIS (1970), ROOTS (1971), BACK TO THE WORLD (1973) and SWEET EXORCIST (1974) – and exclusively for orders placed via Rhino.com, a limited edition 12x12 print.