Discovered by Johnny Otis at age 15, Etta's early years were defined by "jump blues" and "up-tempo" R&B.
: In 1960, she recorded several duets with Harvey Fuqua (of The Moonglows), such as " If I Can't Have You ," which added a romantic, doo-wop-inflected dimension to her repertoire. EttaJAMES1955-1960.7z - FileFactory
: During this period, she released tracks like "Good Rockin' Daddy" (1955) and "Tough Lover" (1956). These recordings showcase a raw, raspy vocal style that leaned heavily into the rock-and-roll energy of the mid-50s. 2. The Transition and Signing to Chess (1960) Discovered by Johnny Otis at age 15, Etta's