Shaw, Marlena: The Spice Of Life (Vinyl LP)From the opening, Shaws voice both playful and powerful cuts through the lush yet tight knit arrangements, weaving together a vibrant tapestry of soul, proto funk, jazz, gospel, and blues. The album features two defining classics: her deeply resonant original of Woman Of The Ghetto and a signature take on Ashford & Simpsons California Soul, both staples in sampling culture (you'll probably find that you're more familiar with Shaw's material than you