Bobby Bland - Call on Me (1973) Vinyl LP • PROMO • That's the Way Love Is

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WHITE-LABEL PROMO. Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). Matte cover has light scuffing (front/back); discoloration with darker spots on back and sticker residue on front near bottom right. Inner-sleeve is original (Generic gray). Spine is mostly readable with wear. Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Small split from top-right corner. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Call On Me
2. The Feeling Is Gone
3. Honky Tonk
4. Cry, Lover, Cry
5. Wishing Well
6. Share Your Love With Me
7. That's The Way Love Is
8. Care For Me
9. No Sweeter Girl
10. Bobby's Blues
11. Ain't It A Good Thing
12. Queen For A Day

About The Record:

Call on Me by Bobby Bland is a collection of smooth R&B and blues tracks that showcase the singer's signature vocal style blending gospel passion with sophisticated delivery. The album features standout performances on covers and originals including the title track, That's the Way Love Is, and Share Your Love With Me, which remain fan-favorites for their emotional depth and tight arrangements. A unique aspect is its dual nature as both a full LP and the source of a hit double-sided single that highlighted Bland's crossover appeal during his Duke Records era. Historically it contributed to his reputation as one of the most influential soul-blues vocalists, helping solidify his status with polished yet gritty interpretations that influenced later R&B artists. The title track Call on Me reached No. 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 6 on the R&B chart while That's the Way Love Is hit No. 33 pop and No. 1 R&B, with the album itself peaking at No. 11 on the Billboard pop albums chart.