Yesterday, my friend J9 brought over some records she'd just scored at a thrift store, one of which was by the great Philadelphia International and Salsoul producer, Bunny Sigler. It reminded me that I had some Sigler tracks, and that I'd better post some, because the guy is vastly underappreciated-- he produced countless hits for various groups, and often used the Instant Funk backing band, who appeared on hit records by Evelyn "Champagne" King, Archie Bell & the Drells, and Loleatta Hollaway.
"By the Way You Dance (I Know It Was You)" was almost instantly released as a long-form 12" disco mix by Tom Moulton, and its hi-NRG infused Philly sound was a refreshing change from the more orchestral sounds coming from the City of Brotherly Love during the time. A funky track with stellar bass and some seriously soulful vocals, "By the Way You Dance" is an essential track for any fan of disco. I also encourage you to find some Sigler records-- most of them are funk-infused slices of Philly bliss!
Bunny Sigler- By the Way You Dance (I Know It Was You) (A Tom Moulton Mix)
Tomorrow, some new techno!
2 comments:
bunny is right, i have to pop in with "let it snow" his june 1980 final salsoul release, real laid back, what a fantastic guitar solo at the end.
also here is an acapella cut from "by the way you dance", it might be fun to have for mixing,
https://download.yousendit.com/TTdFK3BCZEtFd2V4dnc9PQ
https://download.yousendit.com/TTdFK3BCZEs1bmcwTVE9PQ
thanks for both of those!!
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