George "Shadow" Morton - Sophisticated Boom Boom The Shadow Morton Story

Review by Fredrick Morris

Sophisticated Boom Boom: The Shadow Morton Story – A Gritty R&B Ride Worth Your Time If you’re a sucker for soul-soaked grooves and bluesy vibes with an edge, Sophisticated Boom Boom: The Shadow Morton Story might just slap you upside the head in the best way possible. Released in 2013 under Ace Records, this compilation dives deep into George “Shadow” Morton’s legacy—a dude who knew how to make magic happen behind the scenes. It’s packed with tracks that span genres like Blues, Funk/Soul, and good ol’ Rhythm & Blues. And let me tell ya, it ain’t your grandma’s playlist (unless she was super cool). First up, there’s “You Keep Me Hangin’ On.” Now, I know what you’re thinking—yeah, yeah, another cover of some classic track—but hold on tight because this version smacks different. Shadow Morton didn’t just remix; he reimagined it. There’s grit in every note, like someone spilled raw emotion all over the studio floor. Listening to it feels like being stuck between heartbreak and hope, which is exactly where great music thrives. You’ll wanna blast it while driving down a dusty road or maybe cry-dance alone in your room. Either works. Then there’s “In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida,” because obviously, no self-respecting collection would skip out on this psychedelic beast. But here’s the kicker—it doesn’t sound like Iron Butterfly’s trippy marathon jam. Nope, Shadow flips it into something funkier, smoother, almost lounge-worthy. Imagine sipping whiskey at midnight, surrounded by dim lights and cigarette smoke, except instead of feeling sad, you feel… mysterious. Like you’ve got secrets even you don’t know yet. That’s the vibe. What makes this album stand out isn’t just its stellar tracklist—it’s how Shadow Morton stitched together these songs like patchwork denim. Each one has its own personality but still fits snugly into the bigger picture. Tracks like “Stranded In The Jungle” bring back that primal rock ‘n’ roll energy, while slower tunes like “So Soft, So Warm” whisper sweet nothings into your ears. It’s messy, emotional, and real—all the things good music should be. But honestly? What sticks with me most about this record isn’t any single song—it’s the stories they tell without saying much at all. Shadow Morton wasn’t just making hits; he was crafting moments. He reminded us that music can hit hard, then linger long after the needle lifts off the vinyl. And here’s the kicker—listening to this album feels kind of like finding a forgotten mixtape in the glove compartment of an old car. Sure, it’s from 2013, but damn if it doesn’t feel timeless. So go ahead, give it a spin. Just don’t blame me if you start humming “Society’s Child” during awkward silences at work.

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Artist: George "Shadow" Morton
Album: Sophisticated Boom Boom The Shadow Morton Story

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Rhythm & Blues

2013

Rating: 4.0

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Track	Duration	Preview
Remember (Walkin' In The Sand)	2:53
Society's Child (Baby I've Been Thinking)	3:11
And When It's Over	2:15
Only Seventeen	1:54
I Want My Girl	2:17
Season Of The Witch, Pt 2	3:12
Dressed In Black	2:53
Past, Present And Future	2:39
Puss 'N' Boots	3:07
I'll Never Learn	2:39
Hot Rod	2:22
You Don't Know	3:05
So Soft, So Warm	2:52
You Keep Me Hangin' On	6:47
Sophisticated Boom Boom	1:59
Too Old To Go 'Way Little Girl	3:09
Stranded In The Jungle	4:04
Baby	2:42
Give Him A Great Big Kiss	2:12
Take My Advice	2:01
Midnight Lady	3:28
Stop The Clock	2:16
In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida	2:52
Lost In The Shuffle	2:54

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George (Shadow) Morton. Dressed In Black. Unreleased Demo.

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CDTOP 1369

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Barcode: 029667054621

About George "Shadow" Morton

George "Shadow" Morton (b. September 3, 1941 in Richmond, Virginia, USA; d. February 14, 2013 in Laguna Beach, California) was an American record producer and songwriter best known for his work in the 1960's and with .

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George Francis Morton

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Billy Kelly

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Here’s something cool: The album *Sophisticated Boom Boom: The Shadow Morton Story* is a treasure trove of musical history. Released in 2013, it dives into the legacy of George "Shadow" Morton, a guy who helped shape the sound of Rhythm & Blues. It’s not just blues, though—there’s funk, soul, and even a raw rock edge. One standout fact? The album features *"You Keep Me Hangin’ On,"* a track that Morton originally produced for The Supremes back in the '60s. That song became a massive hit and even got covered by artists like Vanilla Fudge and Kim Wilde years later. So this compilation isn’t just an album—it’s like a time capsule of his influence across genres and decades.

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fourthwatchmc

2025-03-15

Great

nakahashitoru

2025-03-15

i have the recordI 45 rpm on Baton as well

lagunes2233

2025-03-14

Great

iticubyx

2025-03-13

i love this

radkakuijpers

2025-03-13

Great

richelieuweb

2025-03-13

sweet

slachowicz

2025-03-13

So his singing could've used some work but what a great composer.

l1a9u8r7a

2025-03-13

Dam

ruthmexicana15

2025-03-12

He had strokes of brilliance but this was not one of them. There were at least a dozen or more '60s singles that all took the "my boyfriend or girlfriend is from the bad side of the tracks and is non-conformist/ a rebel/ or poor and my parents reject him but I love him" lyrical theme. It was a common theme in The Shangri-Las singles. The 4 Seasons also worked that theme in songs like "Rag Doll" and "Dawn (Go Away)

debbautista2015

2025-03-11

Amazing Time

jmcdonn

2025-03-11

George [Shadow] Morton helped create the sound that will become "The Shangri-Las the Myrmidons of Melodrama." The rest is Rock & Roll history. Brilliant!