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An eye-level photograph of a vinyl record sleeve surrounded by other vinyl records. The cover features a photograph of the R&B singer Leon Ware outdoors, likely on a beach. He is looking up and holding a long, light-colored pole over his shoulder as if it were a microphone stand. Ware is wearing an unbuttoned, short-sleeved blue-gray shirt and dark pants. The sky is bright and slightly overcast, and the ocean is visible behind him. The text at the top left of the sleeve reads: "LEON WARE ROCKIN' YOU ETERNALLY". The Album: Rockin' You Eternally • Release Year: 1981 • Genre/Style: Funk, Soul, Disco, and sophisticated R&B. • Key Tracks: The title track, "Rockin' You Eternally," is considered a hypnotic, enduring classic of orchestral soul/boogie. Other tracks like "Got to Be Loved" and "Baby Don't Stop Me" are also popular. • Collaboration: A notable feature of this album is the collaboration with Brazilian musician Marcos Valle, which resulted in three tracks. This blend created a sophisticated, melodically adventurous soul sound by fusing R&B with Brazilian harmonics and rhythms. • Production: The album was self-produced by Leon Ware and featured string and horn arrangements by the renowned Gene Page.
December 16, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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December 16, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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Overhead view of a Technics MKII silver turntable playing a vinyl record, with the tonearm resting on the disc. To the right sits a vintage album cover reading “Herbie Mann Returns to the Village Gate,” featuring a bold, abstract blue-and-black illustration on a tan background. Between the turntable and the album sleeve, a vertical pitch control slider is visible, annotated with the text “Not enough…” pointing toward the lower end of the scale, suggesting a desire for deeper pitch adjustment. The scene is dimly lit, with a moody, analog, late-night listening atmosphere.
December 14, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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December 14, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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I believe in the spirit of Do-Do!
Goodbye Roy! Thank you for the music! R.I.P. #RoyAyers #sweettears #youcameintomylife #sunshine
early Roy Ayers records
March 7, 2025 at 8:38 PM