Denise LaSalle - Trapped by a Thing Called Love

Experience the soulful power of Trapped by a Thing Called Love, Denise LaSalle’s groundbreaking 1972 debut for Westbound Records, now remastered and reissued for the first time in over 50 years. A seamless blend of Chicago blues, deep soul, and contemporary R&B, this album launched LaSalle into stardom, earning her the title of “Queen of the Blues.” The title track became a smash hit, dominating the R&B charts and cementing her place as one of the most formidable voices in blues history.

Remastered by Dave Gardner for Org Music’s Westbound Records reissue series, this pressing brings rich, warm sound to one of the genre’s most iconic recordings. Featuring sophisticated arrangements, emotionally charged storytelling, and LaSalle’s unmistakable vocals, Trapped by a Thing Called Love remains an essential piece of blues and soul history—a must-have for collectors and fans alike.