PAUL RODGERS is sharing his cover of the SAM & DAVE classic, 'I Thank You', as a preview of 'The Royal Sessions', a collection of classic R&B and soul songs redone by the Bad Company singer due in early 2014.

Recorded at Memphis’ Royal Studios, historic home of Willie Mitchell and Hi Records, 'The Royal Sessions' features Rodgers’ interpretations of songs by Otis Redding, Albert King and Ann Peebles, among others.

Produced by Perry Margouleff, 'The Royal Sessions' pairs Rodgers with an all-star roster of legendary musicians who played on the original hits dating back to the '60’s.

The classic rhythm section includes Reverend Charles Hodges (Hammond B3), Michael Tolls (guitar), LeRoy Hodges Jr. (bass), “Hubby” Archie Turner (Wurlitzer), Steve Potts and James Robertson Sr. (drums), The Royal Horns and the Royal Singers.

All of the proceeds from 'The Royal Sessions' will be donated to local Memphis music education programs.

The album will be released in Europe on 27 January.

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