Considering that Supremes classic 1960s discography never went out of print,I always assumed their post-Ross was not interesting but this comes as shock.
Not only that I actually like Jean Terrell better (she has voice uncannily similar to Ross but with more bite and less cutesy),vocal arrangements and music here are far better than what Ross offered on her solo work at the same time. This actually sounds very much like best work of "The Flirtations" and that is a high compliment.
Terrell is out and front,girls (whoever they were) right behind her and music seriously grooves and moves in a new direction,still bouncing but cleverly staying in well-known Supremes comfort zone,if you need to describe it the best way would be to say it is current and modern but playing on Supremes well-known sound.
Never expected that I would like this so much - in comparison,their 1960s work sound like simple ditties compared to sophistication displayed here - true,it has different singers,producers and composers but whoever stays behind this can be proud,really great album. There is a CD box with 1970s Supremes out there and I am really curious to check it out now.
Highlght:
"Bill, When Are You Coming Back"
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