A tremendous Southern soul vocalist whose ability to convincingly sing heartache ballads ranks with any active performer, Ruby Johnson never got a breakout single during the soul era. (AllMusic) So, it seems, undeservedly Obscure. File under: Memphis Voices.
Discography:
In the music library: The Complete Stax / Volt Soul Singles: 1959-1968: I'll Run Your Hurt Away; Come To Me My Darling; When My Love Comes Down; If I Ever Needed Love (I Sure Do Need It Now)
Links: Wikipedia AllMusic Discogs 45cat
Sir Shambling's Deep Soul Heaven Stax Records.free.fr
Soulful Kinda Music Ruby Johnson: A glorious (re)discovery
Obituary: The Independent