Booker T. Jones & Priscilla Jones
Booker T. & Priscilla
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

Sealed 1971 2LP original. Released in 1971, "Booker T. & Priscilla" marked a notable collaboration between Booker T. Jones, renowned for his work with Booker T. & the MG’s, and his then-wife, Priscilla Jones (formerly Priscilla Coolidge). The album was recorded after Jones’s departure from Stax Records, and it showcased a shift from the Memphis soul sound for which he was known, moving toward a blend of folk, rock, and pop influences. Booker T. handled the production and played multiple instruments, while Priscilla contributed vocals and songwriting, resulting in a project that was more intimate and experimental compared to his earlier works.

"Booker T. & Priscilla" stands out in Jones’s catalog because of its personal nature and the melding of different musical perspectives. The album’s sound reflected the early 1970s’ spirit of genre fusion, and it represented a creative partnership between two artists with distinct backgrounds—Booker T. with his Southern soul roots and Priscilla with her West Coast sensibility. Though it did not achieve the commercial impact of his work with the MG’s, the album is appreciated for its adventurous arrangements and the couple’s willingness to push beyond established boundaries, offering a glimpse into the evolving landscape of American popular music at the time.