Album of the day. Before they signed to the famed Memphis soul label, Stax, The Dramatics cut their teeth in Detroit. Although they didn't gain public traction until the early '70s, they found themselves in great company among other harmony soul groups from Detroit, Philadelphia, and Chicago. As evidenced in their 1971 Stax-Volt debut, Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get, The Dramatics' splendid, five-part Temptations-esque harmonies and the backing of Memphis' session musicians gave them an edge over their softer competitors, striking a perfect balance between raw Southern soul and sweet Motown pop-soul. The music of prime cuts like the opener "Get Up and Get Down," "Mary Don't Cha Wanna," and the Latin-influenced title track are reminiscent of the earthy and hard-hitting funk of the same era. "Thank You for Your Love" and "Fall in Love, Lady Love" are sublime lesser-known ballads, but the album's undeniable climax is "In the Rain," one of the most atmospheric and sensual slow jams ever created. Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get is easily a '70s soul classic as well as one of The Dramatics' best albums.
Highly recommend Deadwood with subtitles on your second or third watch. The language is such a pleasure and it’s impossible not to miss a lot of it when you’re watching for the first time.
@funkentechno The only i remember about The Untouchables is the ethnic slurs. But I was 12 lol. Body Double, The Fury, Blow Out. Absolute bangers. Causalities of War is good but extremely tragic and depressing
@funkentechno the on the corner would be the exception for me. it took me forever to appreciate the original on the corner! once it hit, it was like brown rice
@funkentechno Maybe not a Top 5 but important still:
On The Corner (Original Release)
Dark Magus
We Want Miles
Jack Johnson (Original release)
Live at the Fillmore (Original Release)
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@DDDrewDaniel Liquid Sky made me realize how effective and important art can be when you have zero context to go on. Sometimes art can reach you when you are completely ignorant. Love to all who have been touched by this film.
@TheKandyMuse Exactly! Do not develop a vested interest in any GoT character that isn't evil to the core. Take breaks with the binging would be my rec....you better work Arya Stark!