One Day I Was Walking: Soulful Gospel from the Swan Mellarks

Just to give you some warning… Lynnell Harris (misspelled as Lindell Harris on the label) has an amazing tone and vocals that are SOOOOO bananas.  This record was recorded for tiny Valberst Records in the 70s here in Chicago at Pervis Staples’ (of the Staple Singers) Studio.

“One Day I Was Walking” has been in my head for at least two years.  Very basic track.  Very soulful delivery. Very dope guitar work. Jive on!

UPDATE: Check the comments on this page for more info on this record.

7 responses to “One Day I Was Walking: Soulful Gospel from the Swan Mellarks”

  1. Mr. Luke Jacox of Chicago helped formed this group. Beautiful voices.

    1. Thanks so much for this information! One of my favorite slices of gospel. Do you know if the lead vocalist, Lindell Harris is still around?

      1. Yes
        Mr Lynnell Harris is still alive and still singing for the Lord.

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        ayanacontreras

        Wow! Ms. Harris, this is spectacular news. I think Mr. Harris’ voice is a gift from God to the world. Also, I’ll correct the spelling of his name on the post. I was, of course, going by the label. My apologies.

      3. Hi Ayana + Mrs Harris,
        I’m also a huge fan of Lynnell’s and was wondering if you could steer me towards any of his other recordings! would love to dig into them!
        thanks + be well!

  2. Geraline White Avatar
    Geraline White

    sang Lynnell ,havent hear you in years ,aways enjoy ur sanging lol,God bless you!!

  3. Hi Ayana + Mrs Harris,
    I’m also a huge fan of Lynnells voice and was wondering if you could steer me towards any of his other recordings, I’d love to dig into them!
    thanks and be well!

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