2 tracks off their Secrets album that really helped put them over, with a slick commercial funk sound on the a-side filled with pop bass and cascading horn lines, and some nice jazzy touches on the instrumental b-sidewith a bit of a Dexter Wansel-ish vibe. (Funky 45's) 7-inch, Vinyl record
Beautiful little southern soul single, recorded by Chips Moman in Atlanta, and issued briefly on Mercury. We don't think Willie ever did a record for the label, which is a real shame, because he's got the kind of sophisticated southern soul style that the label handled so well with Roy C. "Ea ... (Funky 45's) read more7-inch, Vinyl record
(Mono white label promo. Labels have surface wear & lots of pen.)
The set includes 2 long tracks – titled "The Opener" and "Lester Leaps In". Players include Charlie Parker, Lester Young, Hank Jones, Roy Eldridge, and Ray Brown. (Funky 45's) 7-inch, Vinyl record
On this single, it's the mellow cut that's the great one! "Heaven Must Be Like This" is one of the best spacey soul tracks ever recorded – a sweet and mellow groover that's shortened here for the 7" release, but which still moves along with a depth you wouldn't expect. The ... (Funky 45's) read more7-inch, Vinyl record
(Still in an Phonogram sleeve, with a small number in pen. Includes jukebox strips.)
Great stuff! "Love Rollercoaster" was the Ohio Players massive mid 70s hit – a tune that hit pop charts, discos, and car radios alike – all with a joyously romping groove! (Funky 45's) 7-inch, Vinyl record
Ahhhh . . . . Great stuff! We like "Sweet Sticky Thing" as much as any of the heavy funk tracks by Ohio Players – in fact, maybe even better, as the tune's got a slow finish that makes for a really compelling groove, one that shows that the group had a lot more depth than you might ... (Funky 45's) read more7-inch, Vinyl record