The Friends Of Distinction - Greatest Hits
Review by porur tomas vergis
The Friends of Distinction's Greatest Hits album is a timeless collection of soulful and groovy tunes that captivates listeners from start to finish. This album features some of the group's most popular tracks, including "Grazing in the Grass" and "Going in Circles," which showcase the band's remarkable vocal harmonies and musical prowess.
Each song on this album is a masterpiece in its own right, with catchy hooks, infectious beats, and poignant lyrics that resonate with fans of all ages. The Friends of Distinction's ability to blend soul, funk, and pop into their music is truly remarkable, and this album is a testament to their enduring legacy.
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Download
Filename: the-friends-of-distinction-greatest-hits.rar- MP3 size: 33 mb
- FLAC size: 457.6 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| It Don't Matter To Me | 3:22 | |
| Check It Out | 2:58 | |
| I Need You | 3:12 | |
| Going In Circles | 4:28 | |
| Love Or Let Me Be Lonely | 3:23 | |
| Grazing In The Grass | 2:58 | |
| Great Day | 3:41 | |
| Long Time Comin' My Way | 2:40 | |
| I Really Hope You Do | 4:00 | |
| Crazy Mary | 4:59 | |
| Time Waits For No One | 3:20 |
Video
Friends Of Distinction - Going In Circles (RCA.Victor.LSP-4149.US.1969)
The Friends of Distinction - Great Day
The Way We Planned It - Friends of Distinction
Friends Of Distinction - Grazing In The Grass
Didn't We-Friends Of Distinction-1970
Images
Catalog Numbers
- LSP-4814
- APD1-0276
- EPQ1 0276-QF
- APT1-0276
Labels
- RCA Victor
- RCA
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Formats
- Vinyl
- LP
- Compilation
- Test Pressing
- Indianapolis Pressing
- Quadraphonic
- Reel-To-Reel
- 7 ½ ips
- 8-Track Cartridge
- Cassette
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | RCA Records |
| Copyright (c) | RCA Records |
| Recorded At | RCA Victor's Music Center Of The World |
| Pressed By | RCA Records Pressing Plant, Indianapolis |
| Manufactured By | RCA Limited |
| Distributed By | Stereotape |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Art Direction | Acy Lehman |
| Design | Frank Mulvey |
| Liner Notes | Al Jefferson |
| Photography By | Dave Hecht |
| Arranged By | Ray Cork, Jr. (tracks: A1, A2, A4, B3, B5) |
| Conductor | Ray Cork, Jr. (tracks: A1, A2, B5) |
| Photography | Dave Hecht |
Notes
- RCA Records Pressing Plant, Indianapolis pressing denoted by "I" stamp in runouts.
- Special Musical Thanks to
- Jerry Peters, Ray Cork, Jr.,
- John Florez and Clarence MacDonald
- "To Jessica, Barbara Love, and Charlene Gibson:
- There have been memorable experiences that we all can relate to. Some with laughter, some with sorrow and we hope all with love.
- We feel each of us individually and collectively have the same objective--to contribute something to the field of music and art. Without you, none of this would have been possible.
- We express our gratitude and love to you.
- Your friends always,
- Harry & Floyd"
- QuadraDisc CD-4 Discrete quadraphonic LP release.
- ℗ 1972 RCA Records
- TMK(s) ® by RCA Corporation • © 1972, RCA Records, New York, N.Y. • Printed in U.S.A.
Barcodes
- Matrix / Runout (Runout A stamped): DPRS 6659 2S – I A1
- Matrix / Runout (Runout B stamped): DPRS 6660 2S – I A1
- Rights Society: BMI
- Matrix / Runout: BPRS-6660
- Matrix / Runout (Label Side A): APD1-0276-A
- Matrix / Runout (Label Side B): APD1-0276-B
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A, Stamped): APD1-0276A-1 I A3
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B, Stamped): APD1-0276B-1 I A1
- Matrix / Runout (Matrix A, on label): BPRS-6659
- Matrix / Runout (Matrix B, on label): BPRS-6660
- Matrix / Runout (Runout A stamped): DPRS 6659 3S H
- Matrix / Runout (Runout B stamped): DPRS 6660 3S H
About The Friends Of Distinction
Vocal harmony soul quartet.
Formed in 1966 after the demise of , backing band of by their members and , adding two female singers with some changes through the years.
Collaborated extensively with , and production wise.
Released six albums between 1969 - 1973.
Disbanded in 1975 due to lack of furthermore commercial success.
Their biggest hits are 's "Grazing In The Grass" and "Going In Circles".
Name Vars
- Freddy Of Distinction
- Friends Of Distinction
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Members
- Jessica Cleaves
- Dani McCormick
- Floyd Butler
- Harry Elston
- Charlene Gibson
- Diane Jackson
Summary by porur tomas vergis
Comments
4:06 4:21 4:07
One of my all time favorite albums....and song
A forever love song. ???
One of the ultimate UNSUNG acts in musical history.
Great version of this classic! I use to play this song all the time.
I've worn out my cassette playing this song. This one sounds very good. Thank you. Now I've gotta locate the CD.
My all-time favorite vocal group! Unfortunately, I can find every song on the "Whatever" album except for one of my very favorites, "Bring Us A Better Day".
One of Barbara Love's best performances with The Friends of Distinction
My favorite group... simply " a class act "
Thank you, thank you!
I have been singing this song in my head occasionally for decades...............thanks for posting!!
My all-time favorite group... simply great blended voices. Every album, every tune is very special and rendered with unsurpassed quality!
A great group, great vehicle for Jerry Peters and Greg Poree music, although this is of course a Jimmy Webb tune.
Thank you for posting this great music by the Friends of Distinction. At the height of their career, they were often compared to the Fifth Dimension, but their style was completely different. I've always loved groups with both male and female singers, but the "Friends" stand out to me as unique. They were the best! Sadly, I don't see many producing music like this today.
You have NO IDEA how long I have searching for my song...several people have sung it, some have made reasonable representations, but NONE like her. I Love You, baby!
First time I've heard this rendition of this song and I absolutely love it! Thanks for uploading this song...
Loved this group. They were overshadowed by the pop sound of The Fifth Dimension, another great group. Still, I appreciated the jazz sound of "The Friends."
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