Who Is This Bitch, Anyway?

Marlena Shaw sings with real command here, backed by a full band that swings between soul, funk, and orchestral flourishes. "Street Walkin' Woman" hits hardest, with horns punching through a tight rhythm section. The arrangements are ambitious but never overstuffed, giving her voice plenty of room to lead. It's a soul record with real range, moving from grit to sweetness without losing its footing.

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