Sometimes, the best vinyl discoveries come with a theme. Today, we're spinning three 7-inch gems—all united under the letter "E": Elements, Entertainers, and Ethics. These names may not headline festivals, but their grooves hold weight in any serious crate-digger’s collection.
Elements: Prove It / Fever
Label: Saru 1226. Released 1971.
Label Owner:Chuck Brown
Label Address: 14009 Miles, Cleveland, Ohio (1970-1971)
A Side: Prove It
B Side: Fever
This hard-hitting funk 45 is all attitude and rhythm. “Prove It” comes out swinging with sharp horn stabs and a determined vocal delivery that demands attention. Flip it over, and you get “Fever,” a sultry, late-night burner with a simmering bassline and smoky keys. The Elements live up to their name—raw, natural, and essential.
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Entertainers: I'm In Love With You / Hot On A Thang
Label: HMC 3991. Released 1983.
Label Owner: Nevins-Kirshner Assoc. Inc., Screen Gems Inc.
Label Address: Charlotte, NC
A Side: I’m in Love with You
B Side: Hot on a Thang
A stone-cold soul delight. “I’m In Love With You” oozes sincerity and features a velvet-smooth vocal over classic ‘70s instrumentation. But it’s the B-side, “Hot On A Thang,” that really brings the heat—a funky, uptempo jam that feels like a secret weapon for any soul-funk DJ. The Entertainers blend charm and groove in equal measure.
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Ethics: Good Luck / Who in the World
Label: Golden Fleece-3252. Released 1974.
Label Owner: Henry "Juggy" Murray
Label Address: Philadelphia, Pa., CBS Inc. 51 West 52nd St, New York,
N.Y. (1973-1974)
A Side: Good Luck
B Side: Who in the World
Known for their smooth Philly soul sound, the Ethics offer two standout sides here. “Good Luck” is a bittersweet farewell with rich harmonies and lush string arrangements. “Who in the World” keeps the elegance flowing, serving up socially conscious lyrics wrapped in a warm, melodic groove. This 45 captures the emotional range that made Philly soul so unforgettable.
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