Pick of the Litter
The Spinners · 1975
33 min · 8 tracks · R&B
Smooth harmonies weave through soulful melodies, capturing the essence of 1970s rhythm and blues.
Why this album works
'Pick of the Litter' achieved notable commercial success, reaching No. 12 on the Billboard 200 chart. Its single 'Games People Play' became a major hit, further establishing The Spinners as leading figures in the soul genre during the mid-70s.
- Career context
- Released on August 1, 1975, 'Pick of the Litter' was The Spinners' fourth studio album, solidifying their presence in the R&B scene. Following their successful albums 'Spinners' and 'Second Time Around', this record continued their commercial success and showcased their evolving sound under producer Thom Bell.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sparks· Kelly Rowland· Christina Aguilera· Prince· Harry Nilsson· Fergie· Nancy Sinatra· MC Hammer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Honest I Do 4:03
- 2 I Don't Want to Lose You 3:45
- 3 Love or Leave 5:00
- 4 Sweet Love of Mine Standout 4:23
- 5 All That Glitters Ain't Gold Standout 3:51
- 6 You Made a Promise to Me 3:58
- 7 Games People Play Standout 4:44
- 8 Just as Long as We Have Love 4:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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