The Stylistics and the Spinners were two of my favorite "Philly Disco Sound" groups during the best part of the disco era. A great deal of their music was co-composed or co-arranged by the amzing team of Gamble and Huff.
The Spinners were fabulous, with their "signature" sound, sweet harmonies and tender, thoughtful, lonely lyrics. The Stylistics had excellent, memorable songs as well, but their signature sound revolved around their lead vocalist's falsetto voice, filled with love and joy. Their music was a bit less funky, and a bit milder -- the difference between "pop" and "easy listening," perhaps. The Spinners could make you cry -- but the Stylistics made you feel glad to be alive.
I've selected several of my favorite romantic songs performed by the immortal Stylistics. "Betcha By Golly, Wow," you'll be singing along. These terrifically artful and richly orchestrated melodies will be playing inside your head long after the actual music has stopped playing on your computer...
Listen for interesting modulations, transitions, and a tangy, twangy taste of electric sitar. Lush and plush. Heavenly. The Stylistics.
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By the way, one and all -- Happy New Year -- may 2011 be filled with peace, prosperity, progress, robust health and wonderful moments. May you be surrounded by your friends (provided that they are not toting weapons) and close to those whom you are blessed to love, and those whom are blessed to love you.
Faithfully,
Douglas Castle
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