What It Takes: The Chess Years

Synopsis of What It Takes: The Chess Years

«What It Takes: The Chess Years» is the compilation by Koko Taylor, released in 1991 by Uni/Chess Records, on CD.

It brings together recordings by Koko Taylor from her time at Chess Records and showcases the power of her voice, one of the hallmarks of Chicago blues. The selection conveys the strength and temperament of the genre, without frills, and well represents the style of an artist who knew how to assert herself with an unmistakable vocal register.

Part of The Legendary Masters Series from Chess Records, with 32-bit digital remastering.

For blues collectors and listeners interested in Koko Taylor's work within the Chess Records catalogue.