THE SOUL OF THE SOUTH is an 8-song mini-LP of solo recordings made by MTB lead singer Doug Gray in 1981 and never released until now. Recorded with backing by members of The Marshall Tucker Band and produced by legendary producer Billy Sherrill (Tammy Wynette, George Jones, Shelby Lynne), these recordings shine a light on Grays affection for soul music. Also features a cover of the 1969 smash hit "More Today Than Yesterday," originally recorded by the Spiral Staircase.