![]() Released by Satellite, the single began to make some noise in the South and bringing it to the attention of Jerry Wexler at Atlantic Records. Jones, along with Carla's brother Marvell. Then a student at Hamilton High in Memphis, Carla duetted with her dad on the song "Cause I Love You" with various future musical giants in attendance at the 1960 recording date, most notably Steve Cropper and Booker T. Encouraged by her parents, Carla's own interest in music became evident early on: according to the original liner notes for the "Gee Whiz" album, "At the age of eight, she was already a ‘professional' musician and indeed, Carla was singing with a local group known as The Teen Towners who - no surprise - could be heard on the airwaves thanks to WDIA.Īs she recalled in a 1994 interview for "The Best of Carla Thomas" (Rhino), "My dad probably discovered I could sing before I did." Reflecting his belief in his daughter's skills, Rufus had brought Carla along to sing on his first session for Satellite Records the forerunner for what would become Stax Records. A larger-than-life personality, father Rufus had had his own share of success in the ‘50s as a recording artist for Chess and Sun and had even enjoyed a stint as one-half of the comedy team Rufus & Bones before emerging as a well-known radio personality on local Memphis station WDIA. Born December 21, 1942, the daughter of the late Rufus Thomas was surrounded by music and the business itself from an early age. ![]() Of course, a 17-year old Carla Thomas had no idea when she stepped into a Nashville recording studio in 1960 with producer Chips Moman that she what she was doing would have such a profound impact. For, what started out as ‘a little poem' written about the natural feelings of a love-lorn teen, ended up giving Stax Records a launching pad to the nation's airwaves, a full-blown deal with Atlantic Records and a reputation as the home for a bevy of classic recordings that would definitively influence and shape R&B. Not only did it launch the singer's career but it literally started a journey for a fledgling small independent Memphis-based record label that would ultimately make an indelible mark on the world of contemporary music. All frames are fitted with 2mm Perspex.Ĭanvas Options: Your chosen design will be printed onto quality heavy weight canvas, finished with varnish and then it will be stretched and mounted onto a 38mm wooden bar box frame and arrive with fixings ready to hang on the wall.In the context of soul music history, Carla Thomas' "Gee Whiz (Look At His Eyes)" was much more than just a massive hit record in the early months of 1961. ![]() Your chosen design will be printed onto high quality satin art card and arrive ready framed in the size & frame finish you select. Please see additional product images for frame finishes. Our frames are high quality, sturdy and robust. Frames are supplied with strut backs up to and including 12″ x 10″ to hang or stand either way. Frames above 12″ x 10″ can hang either way. No frame, easels, stands or accessories included are included with the print only options.įramed Options: We have a variety of frame finishes to choose from. For our Extra large and XX Large prints these will be printed onto high quality satin finish 280gsm art card and sent in a protective postal tube. Print Only Options: For our Small - Large prints your chosen design will be printed in the size you select onto high quality satin 350gsm finish art card and posted to you in protective board back envelope packaging. Print Sizes: (Size Without Frames): Small A5 (8.3 x 5.8 inches) | Medium A4 (11.7 x 8.3 inches) | Large A3 (16.5 x 11.7 inches) | Extra Large A2 (23.4 x 16.5 inches) | XX Large A1 (33.1 x 23.4 inches)Ĭanvas Sizes: (Finished Canvas Size) Medium (12 x 8 inches) | Large (16 x 12 inches) | Extra Large (24 x 16 inches) | XX Large (34 x 24 inches) You can see all of our custom print design options here. We also have 1000's of other songs available, but If you cannot find the song you require by using our website search facility, then we can create a custom print for you with any song. Carla Thomas Gee Whiz (Look at His Eyes) Vintage Heart Decorative Gift Song Lyric Print
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