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City Life (Jazz Dispensary Top Shelf Series) Vinyl

Name: The Blackbyrds - City Life (Jazz Dispensary Top Shelf Series)
Brand: Alliance Entertainment
SKU: 888072669802
Price: 37.99 USD
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The Blackbyrds Vinyl Records

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Take a funky ride through the heartbeat of ‘70s urban soul with City Life, The Blackbyrds’ 1975 masterpiece, now lovingly reissued as part of the Jazz Dispensary Top Shelf Series. Pressed on heavyweight 180-gram black vinyl, this edition brings the smooth, groove-heavy magic of the original into crystal-clear focus for audiophiles and funk fans alike.

Produced by the legendary Donald Byrd, City Life is home to the immortal jam “Rock Creek Park” — a bass-driven, street-strutting anthem that’s been sampled by countless hip-hop heavyweights. But don’t stop there. “Happy Music” and “Flying High” bring joy and uplift with tight horn arrangements and infectious melodies, while “City Life” and “All I Ask” showcase a more mellow, jazz-fused side of the group’s dynamic sound.

The Blackbyrds were a rare blend of jazz virtuosity and radio-ready funk appeal, and this album captures them at their peak. Whether you're vibing on the dancefloor or just lounging with a cocktail, City Life delivers smooth sophistication with a serious backbeat.

A high-quality pressing from the always-excellent Jazz Dispensary series, this reissue is more than just a nostalgia trip—it’s essential listening for anyone craving that sweet spot between jazz, soul, and funk.

UPC: 888072669802

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The Blackbyrds - City Life (Jazz Dispensary Top Shelf Series)

$37.99

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