This is a superb rendition of the 1980 hit recorded by The Average White Band. Produced and arranged by Skip Scarborough & Jerry Peters providing an extra smooth Jazzy backdrop. Taken from his excellent LP “I believe in love” released on A&M Records in 1981.
Here is one of my favorite tracks written by the great songwriting duo of Chuck Jackson and Marvin Yancy. Taken from her wonderful LP ‘Full bloom” released on Midland International Records in 1977.
One of the most underrated vocalists of our time. Nicolas is a supremely gifted singer/entertainer who is fluent in Soul, Jazz and R&B stylings. Here’s a wonderful stepper taken from his debut CD album entitled “Nic Nacs” released on his own label in 1997. This same album re-issued in 1998 on Right Groove Records under the title of “Crossing the line”.
Pure unadulterated Soul heaven arranged by the great Paul Riser. It’s the title track from her 1977 LP released on Atlantis II Records..jpg)
Delicious Smooth Funk from the group SHOCK. Produced by Marlon McClain who was also one of the original members of the legendary Soul-Funk group PLEASURE . Taken from their self-titled LP released on Fantasy Records in 1981.
Here’s a neglected smooth offering from France, the land of sensual & sexy sounds. A wonderful sensual urban mid-ballad released initially on single. Included also on Kova Rea’s CD album “Pas de limites” released on Philips Records in 1991.
Here’s one of my favorite songs written and produced by Gene & Billy Page. Taken from Betty’s LP “Happy endings” released on Fantasy Records in 1975
Surprising Blue-eyed Soul obscurity from female group named The Boones. Taken from their LP entitled “First Class” released on indie record label “Lamb & Lion” in 1978.
Legendary Jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis teams up with songwriter/vocalist Michael Logan creating a superb sensual smooth jam “tailor-made” for late night romance. Taken from Ramsey’s CD album “Between the keys” released on GRP Records in 1996.
Soulful grace and style all the way from Philippines!!! Kuh Ledesma's music career spans 25 years of performances which include more than 300 concerts, 18 albums and numerous awards in the Philippine music scene. Here’s the title track from her 1984 LP released on Black Gold Records.
Stellar mellow gem!!! Taken from his LP “How do you take your love” released on RCA Records in 1978. Produced by Jerry Rogovoy.
Latin-infused Soul jam co-written by Michael J. Powell & Vernon Fails (CHAPTER 8) and Chanté Moore. Produced by George Duke. Taken from her debut album “Precious” released on Silas/MCA Records in 1992.
Ultra Soulful collector’s item co-written by Reggie Dozier and McKinley Jackson. Released only as a 7” single on ABC Records in 1974.
Exquisite Soul stepper produced by the great Skip Scarborough. Strings and Horns arranged by Patrice Rushen. Taken from the wonderful LP “Gonna tell the world” released on Polydor Records in 1981.
Dreamy sweetness arranged with a warm Jazzy instrumentation. Written by multi-talented Marcos Valle !!! Taken from Emilio’s wonderful CD album “Bossa Nova” released on Sony Records in 2000.
Early 70’s classic New Jersey Soul produced by the great George Kerr. Taken from her LP “So many ways” released on Alithia Records in 1972.
Wonderful voice! Before making his solo project, he worked as a lead vocalist for LAKESIDE in 1986 and THE TEMPTATIONS in 1998. The featured track is taken from his debut CD album “Best kept secret” released on UgoBo Enterprises in 2003.
One of the finest Soul gems recorded in the early 80’s. Written by Phyllis St. James and produced by Gene Barge. Although the same track was also recorded by Jean Carne the same year, Kitty’s performance is simply awesome. Taken from the LP “Excuse me, I’ve got a life to catch” released on Capitol Records in 1981.
Classy Soul heaven! This amazing song was included only as a bonus track on Peabo’s “Positive” CD album in 1988. Note that it’s co-written by Michael J. Powell and Dianne Quander !!!
