Dead End Street/ Yes It Hurts - Doesn't It

This is an absolutely killer soul single... With this promo copy, you get the opening 1:27 monologue clearly demarcated on the vinyl, in case you want to skip it (as Capitol thought radio DJ's would probably want to do back in 1967). However, you skip it at your peril, cause then you've only got 2:10 of this magnificent groove left! Afterwards, try flipping the vinyl over, and you'll find another strong recording. Not quite as potent, but still highly nourishing. :-) This is one of Rawls' most sought-after singles, and for good reason.