Name: Keep The Fire Burning / Funky Sensation
Brand: Gwen McCrae

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Bonus disc: No

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expand109

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-02-23

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

The Orchard

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5019421521099

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1 / 12" / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Gwen McCrae

Genre GB

Funk / Soul

Label GB

Expansion

Expansion is a UK based label specializing in soul music. They are run and co-owned by [a170179]. The label focuses on releasing a mixture of new music, as well as reissues of in-demand classics and obscurities. With their expertise in the genre, Expansion has become a trusted source for soul enthusiasts worldwide.

As an authority in the industry, Expansion has established itself with its *Phonographic Copyright* releases under the parent label *Expansion Records*. Their commitment to preserving and promoting soul music is evident through their carefully curated selection of artists and performers.

With their unique blend of new releases and timeless classics, Expansion offers a diverse range of soul music that caters to both avid collectors and casual listeners alike. Whether you're looking for fresh sounds or rediscovering hidden gems from the past, Expansion is your go-to destination for all things soul.

Gwen McCrae is an American Soul singer, born on December 21, 1943 in Pensacola, Florida, USA. She gained recognition as the former wife of Soul singer George McCrae and is also known as the mother of Leah McCrae.
With her soulful voice and captivating performances, Gwen has left a lasting impact on the music industry. Her talent and passion for music have earned her a place among renowned artists such as Gwen Guthrie, First Choice, Fatback Band, Jean Carn, Melba Moore, William DeVaughn and many others.
Experience the mesmerizing melodies and heartfelt lyrics of Gwen McCrae's soulful songs that continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.

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Keep the Fire Burning and Funky Sensation by Gwen McCrae, two tracks synonymous with the soul, boogie, rare groove and modern disco scenes, are reissued on Expansion Records after a long-anticipated wait. Keep the Fire Burning, originally released in 1981, is a remake of the Willie Hutch original. This reissue of the U.S 12” pressing at its full length - 6:54 - is sure to galvanise any dance floor and lift spirits immeasurably. After achieving relative notoriety within the underground scene, notably after being played by Danilo Plessow - a.k.a Motor City Drum Ensemble - during his London Boiler Room in 2015, Keep the Fire Burning has since been one of the most sought after records of the past decade, seamlessly bridging the gap between rare-groove and underground dance-music. What's more, recent price-hikes on online vinyl-distribution websites denote the way in which the market for this record has grown exponentially, a testament to its new-found popularity among the worldwide dance-music diaspora. Funky Sensation, moreover, possesses a timeless and universal groove, a song which has cemented itself as a darling of the boogie- scene, while gaining traction from the likes of Dam Funk and Nu Guinea. Furthermore, Funky Sensation is a traditionally popular record amongst the UK Soul scene, after seeing airtime on London Pirate-Radio stations during the 1980’s.

Keep The Fire Burning / Funky Sensation

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