The video shows Al Green discussing the two albums alongside members from the Hi-Rhythm Band and the iconic late songwriter /producer Willie Mitchell’s daughter, filmed inside Royal Studios in Memphis, Tennessee. You can check out the video below.
Both released in 1972, Let’s Stay Together and I’m Still in Love with You, are hailed today as definitive classics, showcasing the incredible songwriting and vocal talents of Al Green that set a gold standard in soul music. BMI’s Shannon Sanders was honored by the rare opportunity to sit down with the multiple GRAMMY-winning Al Green in Royal Studios in Memphis, where these two landmark albums were recorded, to discuss their creation and enduring legacy.
Helmed by renowned producer/songwriter Willie Mitchell, these records paired Green with the versatile Hi-Rhythm Band and captured not only a string of timeless songs like “La-La for You,” “Love and Happiness,” “Look What You Done for Me” and, of course, “Let’s Stay Together,” but also a pivotal moment in time. These legendary songs came with a resonant staying power that has made them fixtures in the canon of popular music.
Inside Royal Studios – Photo by Justin Fox Burks
Willie Mitchell – Photo courtesy of Royal Studios
BMI Icon Al Green – Photo courtesy of BMI
Behind the scenes – Photo by Ronnie Booze
Boo Mitchell, son of Willie Mitchell, BMI Icon Al Green and BMI’s Executive Director, Creative, Shannon Sanders – Photo by Ronnie Booze
Boo Mitchell, son of Willie Mitchell, BMI Icon Al Green and BMI’s Executive Director, Creative, Shannon Sanders – Photo by Ronnie Booze
The Hi Rhythm Band: Archie Turner, Rev. Charles Hodges, BMI Icon Al Green and Leroy “Flick” Hodges – Photo by Ronnie Booze
BMI’s former President & CEO Del Bryant, BMI’s former President & CEO Frances Preston, and BMI Icon Al Green pictured at the 2004 BMI Urban Awards – Photo courtesy of BMI
BMI’s former President & CEO Del Bryant, BMI’s former President & CEO Frances Preston, and BMI Icon Al Green pictured at the 2004 BMI Urban Awards – Photo courtesy of BMI
Inside Royal Studios – Photo by Justin Fox Burks
Willie Mitchell – Photo courtesy of Royal Studios
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