Artist page · 04/07/2026

Etta James

Los AngelesBorn in 1938BLUES20 vinyl albums
Etta James, born Jamesetta Hawkins in 1938 Los Angeles, was an American singer blending blues, soul, jazz, and rhythm & blues from the 1950s onwards.
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36 vinyl records, including key LPs from Chess and Argo labels, with original 1960 At Last! pressings priced up to €97.

Etta James began her career after moving to San Francisco in 1950 where she was discovered by Johnny Otis. Her early work with Modern Records produced her first hit "Wallflower" in 1955. By 1960, she joined Chess Records, releasing the seminal album At Last! blending soul and blues. The 1960s brought personal struggles including heroin addiction, yet she maintained a powerful output during the decade.

Notable recordings include mono and stereo pressings of At Last! from 1960 on the Argo label, and the 1961 Crown Records album Miss Etta James. Later albums spanned from deep blues explorations to funk and soul, with performances captured in live Montreux compilations.

Discography

Etta James discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

The Montreux YearsBMG · 2021
2021
The Montreux Years
CD, Album, Remastered, Stereo
Studio
The DreamerVerve Forecast · 2011
2011
The Dreamer
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
All The WayRCA Victor · 2006
2006
All The Way
CD, Album
Studio
Blues To The BoneRCA Victor · 2004
2004
Blues To The Bone
CD, HDCD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Let's RollPrivate Music · 2003
2003
Let's Roll
CD, Album
Studio
Burnin' Down The HousePrivate Music · 2002
2002
Burnin' Down The House
CD, Album
Studio
Blue GardeniaPrivate Music · 2001
2001
Blue Gardenia
CD, Album
Studio
Matriarch Of The BluesPrivate Music · 2000
2000
Matriarch Of The Blues
CD, Album
Studio
Heart Of A WomanPrivate Music · 1999
1999
Heart Of A Woman
CD, Album
Studio
12 Songs Of ChristmasPrivate Music · 1998
1998
12 Songs Of Christmas
CD, Album
Studio
Life, Love & The BluesPrivate Music · 1998
1998
Life, Love & The Blues
CD, Album
Studio
Love's Been Rough On MePrivate Music · 1997
1997
Love's Been Rough On Me
CD, Album
Studio
Time After TimePrivate Music · 1996
1996
Time After Time
CD, Album
Studio
Mystery Lady (Songs Of Billie Holiday)Private Music · 1994
1994
Mystery Lady (Songs Of Billie Holiday)
CD, Album
Studio
Live From San FranciscoOn The Spot · 1994
1994
Live From San Francisco
CD, Album
Studio
The Right TimeElektra · 1992
1992
The Right Time
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Stickin' To My GunsIsland Records · 1990
1990
Stickin' To My Guns
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Seven Year ItchIsland Records · 1988
1988
Seven Year Itch
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The Late ShowFantasy · 1987
1987
The Late Show
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Blues In The Night - Vol. 1: The Early ShowFantasy · 1986
1986
Blues In The Night - Vol. 1: The Early Show
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The Heart And Soul Of Etta JamesArrival Records · 1982
1982
The Heart And Soul Of Etta James
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Deep In The NightWarner Bros. Records · 1978
1978
Deep In The Night
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Etta Is Betta Than Evvah!Chess · 1976
1976
Etta Is Betta Than Evvah!
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Come A Little CloserChess · 1974
1974
Come A Little Closer
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Losers WeepersCadet · 1970
1970
Losers Weepers
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Etta James Sings FunkCadet · 1970
1970
Etta James Sings Funk
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Tell MamaCadet · 1968
1968
Tell Mama
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Call My NameCadet · 1967
1967
Call My Name
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Queen Of SoulArgo · 1964
1964
Queen Of Soul
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Etta JamesArgo · 1962
1962
Etta James
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Sings For LoversArgo · 1962
1962
Sings For Lovers
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Miss Etta JamesCrown Records · 1961
1961
Miss Etta James
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
At Last!Argo · 1960
1960
At Last!
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Etta James's career.

01
At Last
At Last
At Last! · 1960
02
I'd Rather Go Blind
I'd Rather Go Blind
The Montreux Years · 2021
03
A Sunday Kind of Love
·
04
Stormy Weather
Stormy Weather
At Last! · 1960
05
Something's Got A Hold On Me
Something's Got A Hold On Me
Etta James · 1962
06
Trust in Me
Trust in Me
At Last! · 1960
07
I Just Want to Make Love to You
I Just Want to Make Love to You
At Last! · 1960
08
I Just Want To Make Love To You - Single Version
·

The essentials

The 3 Etta James albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1960
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
At Last!

This breakthrough album combines rhythm & blues and soul, including the enduring title track that defines Etta James' legacy.

10 tracksMono versionArgo label original pressingOriginal US pressing available with prices up to €97.54
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#2 · 1961
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Miss Etta James

A classic 1961 release capturing James' soulful voice over rhythm & blues tracks, released originally on Crown Records with several original and stereo pressings.

10 tracksMono pressingCrown Records labelPrice range approx. €9.56–10.44
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#3 · 1962
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Sings For Lovers

Showcases James' softer side with soulful ballads and jazz influences, originally issued on Argo Records and prized by collectors.

10 tracksMono and promo versions availableArgo labelOriginal US pressings and stereo variants exist
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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Etta James

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

At Last is more than a song; it's a timeless piece of soul that captures a journey of love and hardship.
— Etta James
01Studio

Recording of At Last! in 1960

Recorded in 1960 under the Argo label in the United States, At Last! features 10 tracks blending soul and rhythm & blues. The original mono pressing is highly sought after by collectors, with vinyl copies commanding prices up to €97.54.

1960United States
02Pressing

Original US pressings of At Last! LP

The Argo (6) label issued both mono and stereo versions in 1960. The stereo LPS 4003 pressing, although original, sees no copies currently for sale, while the mono LP 4003 pressing remains available with a price floor around €47.85.

1960United States
03Release

Miss Etta James LP on Crown Records from 1961

Miss Etta James was originally released as a mono LP on Crown Records with catalogue number CLP 5209. Several pressings exist, including original and subsequent copies, with prices ranging between €9.56 and €10.44.

1961United States
04Live

The Montreux Years Compilation

This 2021 collection captures live performances from 1975 to 1993 at the Montreux Jazz Festival, showcasing Etta James' enduring stage presence across blues, funk, and soul genres.

2021Montreux

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Tell Mama - Front Cover Tell Mama - Back Cover

Tell Mama

Etta James
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
UNIVERSAL MUSIC
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At Last! - Front Cover

At Last!

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
Intermusic
From $22.99 1 offer
At Last - Front Cover At Last - Back Cover

At Last

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
CHESS
From $32.95 2 offers
At Last 19 Greatest Hits - Front Cover

At Last 19 Greatest Hits

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
VINYL PASSION
From $24.73 1 offer
Etta James - Front Cover

Etta James

Etta James
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
ERMITAGE
From $37.04 1 offer
At Last + 4 Bonus Tracks (Limited Crystal Clear Edition) - Front Cover

At Last + 4 Bonus Tracks (Limited Crystal Clear Edition)

Etta James
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
Intermusic
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Sings For Lovers - Front Cover

Sings For Lovers

Etta James
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
ERMITAGE
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Tell Mama - Front Cover

Tell Mama

Etta James
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
BEAR FAMILY RECORDS
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Etta James: The Montreux Years - Front Cover

Etta James: The Montreux Years

Etta James
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT
From $23.98 2 offers
MISS ETTA JAMES - Front Cover

MISS ETTA JAMES

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
SECOND FILINGS
From $25.97 1 offer
A SPOONFUL OF PEACHES 1955/1962 - Front Cover

A SPOONFUL OF PEACHES 1955/1962

Etta James
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
ACROBAT
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At Last (Waxtime - Picture Disc Series) - Front Cover

At Last (Waxtime - Picture Disc Series)

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
Intermusic
From $81.73 1 offer
At Last + 2 Bonus Track (2 LP Set - The Stereo and Mono Versions) (Waxtime edition) - Front Cover

At Last + 2 Bonus Track (2 LP Set - The Stereo and Mono Versions) (Waxtime edition)

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
Intermusic
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COLLECTED/VINYLE NOIR AUDIOPHILE 180GR/POCHETTE GATEFOLD - Front Cover

COLLECTED/180g Audiophile Black Vinyl/Gatefold Sleeve

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
MUSIC ON VINYL
From $63.99 1 offer
HITS - Front Cover

HITS

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
New Continent
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AT LAST//VINYLE AUDIOPHILE 180GR/6 BONUS TRACKS - Front Cover

AT LAST//VINYLE AUDIOPHILE 180GR/6 BONUS TRACKS

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
20TH CENTURY MASTERWORKS
From $21.33 1 offer
THIS IS ETTA JAMES - Front Cover

THIS IS ETTA JAMES

Etta James
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
THE MAGIC OF VINYL
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At Last - Front Cover

At Last

Etta James
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
SAGA
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MISS ETTA JAMES (vinyl) - Front Cover

MISS ETTA JAMES (vinyl)

Etta James
Vocal jazz Jazz/Blues
THE HIDDEN SIDE
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At Last! - Front Cover

At Last!

Etta James
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
Intermusic
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MATRIARCH OF THE BLUES/VINYLE NOIR AUDIOPHILE 180GR - Front Cover

MATRIARCH OF THE BLUES/180g Audiophile Black Vinyl

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
MUSIC ON VINYL
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Image manquante

LIVE AT MONTREUX 75-93

Etta James
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
VERYCORDS
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MISS ETTA JAMES - Front Cover

MISS ETTA JAMES

Etta James
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
VINYL PASSION
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At Last! - Front Cover

At Last!

Etta James
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
Pain
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CDs by Etta James

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At Last ! The Complete Etta James 1955-1962 - Front Cover

At Last ! The Complete Etta James 1955-1962

Etta James
Blues Jazz/Blues
CD FREMEAUX & ASSOCIES
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Goodnight Sweetheart - Live 1986 (Radio Broadcast Recording) - Front Cover

Goodnight Sweetheart - Live 1986 (Radio Broadcast Recording)

Etta James
Hard Rock / Heavy Metal Metal
CD ROCKIN' BEAR RECORDS
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FAQ

FAQ

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What genres did Etta James explore in her career?

Etta James blended blues, soul, rhythm & blues, and jazz throughout her career, creating a versatile and emotive catalog.

Which is the most collectible Etta James vinyl album?

The 1960 Argo original pressing of At Last! is highly collectible, with prices reaching near €100 for pristine mono copies.

Are there audiophile vinyl editions of Etta James albums?

Yes, several albums like At Last and Collected have audiophile 180-gram vinyl editions with enhanced sound quality and deluxe packaging.

What is notable about the At Last! album on vinyl?

At Last! features a mix of rhythm & blues and soul across 10 tracks, with original 1960 pressings on Argo label sought-after for their sound and rarity.

Where was Etta James born and when did she begin her career?

Etta James was born in Los Angeles in 1938 and began her career after moving to San Francisco in 1950, discovered by Johnny Otis.

What are some key Etta James releases available on vinyl in France?

French collectors can find At Last! editions from 2016 and 2020, as well as Miss Etta James and Sings For Lovers reissues and audiophile pressings.

How can I identify an original Etta James vinyl pressing?

Look for original labels like Argo or Crown Records from the early 1960s, catalog numbers such as LP 4003 for At Last!, and check pressing details for mono versus stereo.

Is Etta James' music suitable for audiophile listening on vinyl?

Yes, many of her releases have been remastered for vinyl with attention to sound detail, making them rewarding for audiophile playback.

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Last updated: 04/07/2026