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Soul Dynasty's Daughters Rise: Womack Sisters Sign to Daptone
20 Aug
Summary
- The Womack Sisters, descendants of soul legends, signed with Daptone Records in February 2025.
- They overcame industry challenges and personal loss, including the deaths of their father and uncle.
- Their debut album, released on August 14, 2024, features 11 songs exploring love, loss, and life lessons.
The Womack Sisters, hailing from a renowned soul music dynasty, officially joined Daptone Records in February 2025, marking a significant milestone in their career. BG, Zeimani, and Kucha Womack, granddaughters of Sam Cooke and daughters of Cecil and Linda Womack, are continuing their family's musical tradition. Their journey has been marked by profound personal loss, including the deaths of their father Cecil Womack and uncle Bobby Womack, which deeply impacted their creative process.
Despite initial industry pushback and skepticism about the viability of soul music, the sisters persevered. They previously released their debut EP "Legacy" in 2022, featuring a tribute to their grandfather with "A Change Is Gonna Come." Their perseverance has led to the release of their eponymous debut album on August 14, 2024, featuring eleven tracks that explore universal themes of love, loss, and life's experiences.
The sisters have also shared insights into their past struggles, including working various jobs like driving for Uber and DoorDash to support their musical ambitions. They highlight their parents' early advice to start from the bottom and find passion in their journey. Their debut album, released via Daptone Records, aims to keep their family's influential music alive for future generations.
