The group was behind the first three issues on Gordy's "Soul" label. Of those this second is the most anonymous, all instrumental and non of the cuts having an obvious hit feeling. Clearly made for dancing and with that purpose it's darn good. A mix of up-tempo and slow movers, tons of bellowing saxes and warm organ to a steady background. The audio on the mono couldn't be better - big, strong and clear. As with their other sixties albums it has a club feeling and lots of presence. I get images of smoky joints, crowded dance floors, high heels and black hats with wide brims. Those days are long gone, but even if the context doesn't exist anymore, the record is still here and the atmosphere with it. Premiere US on Soul label (SM/SS 702). First UK with label as shown here and laminated flip/back cover. (TÖMÖ*)
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