Otis Redding Vinyl: Dock of the Bay Sessions

Dock of the Bay Sessions – Otis Redding

remarkable archival release that imagines the album Otis Redding was working on before his untimely death in December 1967. Issued in 2018 by Rhino/Atlantic Records, this LP compiles 12 tracks recorded during Redding’s final sessions, offering a glimpse into the soulful direction he was exploring. Pressed on 180-gram vinyl, the record delivers warm, analog sound that captures the raw emotion and timeless groove of Redding’s voice.

The collection includes classics like “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay,” “Hard to Handle,” “Love Man,” and “I’ve Got Dreams to Remember,” alongside gems such as “Think About It” and “Champagne and Wine.” These songs showcase Redding’s versatility, blending stripped-back funk, gospel roots, and heartfelt balladry. Backed by the legendary Stax house band—Booker T. Jones, Steve Cropper, Donald “Duck” Dunn, and Al Jackson Jr.—the arrangements are rich with Memphis soul energy.

Packaged in a sleek sleeve with liner notes by Bob Stanley, the album has full endorsement from the Redding family. It’s not just a compilation—it’s a tribute to an artist at the peak of his creativity. For collectors and soul enthusiasts, this vinyl offers an authentic, historically significant listening experience.

Track List

Side A:

1. (Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay – 2:38
2. Think About It – 2:59
3. Hard To Handle – 2:18
4. The Happy Song (Dum-Dum) – 2:40
5. Love Man – 2:16
6. Direct Me – 2:17

Side B: 7. I’ve Got Dreams To Remember – 3:10
8. Champagne And Wine – 3:02
9. Pounds And Hundreds (lbs + 100s) – 2:19
10. I’m A Changed Man – 2:15
11. Gone Again – 2:22
12. Amen – 3:00