What makes Groovin' by The Style Council notable?

Groovin' features the hit You’re the Best Thing, which became a defining track for the band, reaching high positions on charts in the UK and beyond. The EP showcases the band's ability to merge different styles, contributing to the evolving sound of the mid-'80s music scene. Released in 1984, Groovin' is an EP that followed The Style Council's debut album, Introducing The Style Council, which had set the stage for their fusion of pop and soul. At this point, the band was cementing their identity as a group that blended various genres while challenging conventional musical boundaries.

How many songs are on Groovin'?

Groovin' has 3 tracks, running approximately 15 minutes.

Groovin'

The Style Council · 1984

15 min · 3 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of blue-eyed soul and jazz-infused pop, infused with infectious grooves and smooth vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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You’re the Best Thing (long version) — This track epitomizes The Style Council's signature style with its lush instrumentation and heartfelt lyrics, making it an enduring favorite among fans.
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You’re the Dub Thing — The dub remix offers a fresh twist on the original song, showcasing the band's experimental side while maintaining its catchy essence.
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The Big Boss Groove — A showcase of rhythmic complexity and jazz influences, this track highlights the band's versatility and their knack for creating danceable tunes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The EP blends jazz and soul with strong grooves but lacks depth in composition and cohesion.

What we noticed

The first track features a prominent vocal melody supported by a lush arrangement of horns and keyboards, while the second track shifts to an instrumental dub version.
The final track incorporates a steady groove with rhythmic guitar and bass interplay, creating a danceable atmosphere.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 You’re the Best Thing (long version) 5:41
2 You’re the Dub Thing 4:58
3 The Big Boss Groove 4:39

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