Digitally re-mastered two CD release containing three and one half albums from the above-average Scottish Funk band spread across this double disc set. Recorded in Nassau in 1979, Feel No Fret was an instant hit on both sides of the Atlantic. The band had started recording the follow-up album with producer David Foster when they decided to switch record labels. Atlantic Records wouldn't let AWB take the tracks with them, and in 1980 issued four tracks as Volume VIII (with five greatest hits on side 2). We have added bonus track "Miss Sun" from the same sessions. AWB started afresh with Foster to create the standout album Shine (1980). for the last album by the original line-up, the band enlisted Dan Hartman as producer ("Instant Replay", "Relight My Fire"). Issued in 1982, it features the singles "Cupid's in Fashion" and "You're My Number One", as well as a cover of the Four Tops' "Reach Out (I'll Be There)". Edsel. 2009.
D**L
AWB, SOME MIGHT SAY, AT THERE BEST
When it comes to the Average White Band I was some what of a late bloomer. Sure I liked "work to do", "a love of your own" "if i ever lose this heaven", but alot of the things they did, let's say, i didn't get it. I never got it, until "Shine". Let's say "Shine" was after the hey days of the Average White Band, one might say. I say it was some of there best stuff. "Let's Go'Round Again", til this day, my favorite AWB song. Yea there's plenty more "help is on the way", "if love only last for one night", "for you for love". Not only did I get "Shine" again, there's "Cupids In Fashion", even AWB themself didn't like that one, but let me tell you, it's some great songs on this one too "you wanna belong", "is it love that your running from". Then there's "Fell The Fret", another great cd nobody ever heard, but those late blumer like me. "ace of heart", "too late to cry", "loves gives, loves takes away" want more? Here comes "growing pains", you'll keep your thumb on the repeat button for this one...I did. After this cd bonanza, you might be ready to take another AWB giant step, you might be ready for "Soul Tatoo", enjoy.
J**G
great music
I had the vynil version of 3 of the 4 and was so glad to see they were finally released on cd. Some really great music on all of these cds, the last 2 shine and cupids in fashion, are maybe my fave AWB albums. If you like stylish soul and funk, pick this cd up defintely worth it
P**P
Great albums on 2-CD high quality issue
All albums on this 2-CD issue are great, with strong tracks and musicianship. This edition is also very well produced - liner notes, photos, and songs lyrics for each album, making owning it a pleasure, like holding a vinyl record. Highly recommended to the lovers of late 1970s-early 1980s jazz flavored funk/R%B music.
M**T
It is not the AWB of old. It can ...
It is not the AWB of old. It can grow on you but is more mellow with more Jazz overtones. Sincerely Mr. Scott
N**T
Great compilation
A great collection of music from the AWB. Although these were the last records cut and used some questionable producers, the tunes are great. Some of them are true classics such as "When will you be mine", a tune every great bar band wishes they came up with.
R**K
For AWB fans this is a MUST
Average White band I don't think got the credit they deserved while they were performing and this little anthology shows the tight arrangements that were their hallmark and any soul collection has to have this cd set in it. Just sit back and enjoy, you'll not be disappointed!!!!
C**E
What can I say? Average White Band rocks! ...
What can I say? Average White Band rocks!!!!!
M**D
Brilliant
A collection of amazing tracks buy a band that seems to go on and on producing awesome music. One of Scotland's best exports.
"**E
AWB
I bought this as a gift for my partner and he was over the moon with it, it has a bit of evrything for everyone, he actually wanted Shine, so the other 3 albums on the cd's are a bonus. If you are a AWB fan, this is a must have for your collection!
Y**I
Good CD
Great CDs,welll worth the money,Hours of great listening !!!!
A**S
Top notch Average soul.(d,ya see what i did?)
Nobody likes Cupids in Fashion, but really , I've heard a lot worse. Get over it, enjoy the whole package, feel no fret etc, I mean 4 albums for under a tenner, c'mon.
H**I
Four Stars
3 nice albums
A**N
4 more fantastic albums from the back catalogue of the finest Scottish ...
4 more fantastic albums from the back catalogue of the finest Scottish Soul band ever ! Just buy and enjoy ! What more can i say !
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