Edwin Birdsong album cover
Edwin Birdsong

Edwin Birdsong

1979
Philadelphia International Records

The fourth album from organist, keyboardist and vocalist Edwin Birdsong, his first on PIR, is definitely one of the least-Philly-style records in their catalogue. Pretty much devoid of the usual disco strings and orchestration, this is a collection of experimental disco built around extremely funky drums and bass with plenty of organ, keys and synth licks. Its particular blend of funky bass, futuristic synths and 4/4 disco beats made from drums and drum machines make this an extremely prescient record that has dated very well.

Harold Heath

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