Sanford And Townsend - Smoke From a Distant and 48 similar items

Catalog Number: BS-2966 Condition Details: Vinyl plays nicely (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges, light-scuffing and tiny surface abrasions (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (WB info/ads). Spine is easy-to-read with mild wear. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use. (Notch in bottom-left.) Tracks: Smoke From A Distant Fire Moolah Moo Mazuma (Sin City Wahh-oo) Oriental Gate (No Chance Changin' My Mind) Shake It To The Right Squire James Does It Have To Be You Lou Sunshine In My Heart Again In For The Night Rainbows Colored In Blue About The Record: Smoke From a Distant Fire, by Sanford And Townsend, is a standout example of blue-eyed soul, blending Southern soul with polished L.A. production. Recorded at the iconic Muscle Shoals Sound Studios under the guidance of legendary producer Jerry Wexler and co-producer Barry Beckett, it captured the duo?s tight harmonies and professional musicianship. The title track, Smoke From a Distant Fire, became their only Top 40 hit, peaking at No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 in September 1977, driven by its evocative lyrics inspired by a college poem about infidelity. Despite the album?s critical acclaim and strong radio presence during the summer of 1977, subsequent releases failed to replicate its success, cementing the band?s status as a one-hit wonder. The album remains a cult favorite among 1970s pop and yacht rock enthusiasts, praised for its timeless sound and contributions from notable figures like Kenny Loggins.