Anita Baker – Rapture (Elektra 75 Edition) LP – Elektra US

Originally released in 1986, Rapture remains a landmark in sophisticated soul. This sophomore album didn’t just confirm her talent, it launched her into superstardom. From the moment ‘Sweet Love’ opens, Baker’s rich, emotive contralto takes center stage, blending jazz phrasing with smooth r&b textures in a way that still feels timeless. The record is full of restraint and elegance. Tracks like ‘Caught Up In The Rapture’ and ‘Same Ole Love (365 Days a Year)’ shimmer with warmth, carried by tasteful instrumentation, gentle keys, soft horns and grooves that never overpower her voice. It’s a deeply romantic record, full of subtle confidence, and Baker delivers every line with clarity, poise, and emotional weight. The production, courtesy of Michael J. Powell, strikes a perfect balance between intimacy and polish. This reissue brings renewed clarity to the album’s sonic depth, making it easy to appreciate the lush arrangements and Baker’s flawless vocal control. Rapture is a defining piece of the decades best in soul and a reissue like this is a welcome reminder of Anita Baker’s lasting influence in pop music.

Label: Elektra US
Format: LP (indie exclusive)
Cat: EA 7811771
Released: 07 Jul 25
Genre: Soul
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Tracklist

Side A
1. “Sweet Love” 4:20
2. “You Bring Me Joy” 4:25
3. “Caught Up In The Rapture” 5:13
4. “Been So Long” 5:03

Side B
1. “Mystery” 4:46
2. “No One In The World” 4:05
3. “Same Ole Love” 3:59
4. “Watch Your Step” 4:55

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