Released 50 years ago
Turn the Beat Around
Vicki Sue Robinson · 1976
30 min · 6 tracks · soul
A vibrant blend of disco rhythms and soulful vocals that invites listeners to dance and embrace the groove.
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Turn the Beat Around (single version) — This track is not only the album's title song but also encapsulates the disco sound with its irresistible rhythm and call for musical engagement, making it a timeless dance classic.
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Turn the Beat Around (7″ remix) — The 7″ remix offers a fresh take on the original, enhancing its danceability while showcasing Robinson's powerful vocal performance, further cementing its status as a dancefloor favorite.
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Turn the Beat Around (Def Conga mix) — This extended mix introduces conga elements that amplify the track’s percussive nature, highlighting its adaptability and appeal across various dance contexts.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Turn the Beat Around (single version)
The repetition of urging to turn up the beat creates an exhilarating atmosphere that compels movement and joy.
This lyrical choice emphasizes an invitation for listeners to engage fully with the rhythm, reinforcing the song's role as an anthem for liberation on the dance floor.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Turn the Beat Around (single version) 3:56
- 2 Turn the Beat Around (7″ remix) 4:07
- 3 Turn the Beat Around (Def radio mix) 3:48
- 4 Turn the Beat Around (Damien’s radio edit) 4:22
- 5 Turn the Beat Around (Def Conga mix) 7:44
- 6 Turn the Beat Around (Turn the Bass Around mix) 6:07
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