Dexter Wansel - Life On Mars / The Sweetest Pain

Dexter Wansel – Life On Mars / The Sweetest Pain | Disco, Funk & Soul 12 Inch Vinyl Cat No: 4ZP80768P Label: Philadelphia International Records Genre: Disco, Funk, Soul Disc Colour: Black Format: 12 Inch Vinyl Description: A long sought-after gem from the legendary Philadelphia International Records catalogue, Dexter Wansel's iconic 'Life On Mars / The Sweetest Pain' returns on beautifully remastered 12 inch vinyl. Showcasing two distinct sides of one of Philadelphia's most influential musicians, producers and arrangers, this essential release captures the extraordinary range and creativity that made Wansel such a pivotal figure in the development of soul, funk and disco. Opening the A-side, 'Life On Mars' is a cosmic jazz-funk masterpiece taken from Wansel's celebrated 1976 debut album. Driven by futuristic synthesiser lines, clipped rhythms, soaring melodies and infectious groove, the track perfectly blends his love of jazz experimentation with dancefloor-focused energy. Decades after its original release, it remains one of the most revered records in the jazz-funk and rare groove canon. On the flip, 'The Sweetest Pain' delivers a completely different mood. Featuring the sublime vocals of Terri Wells, this soulful masterpiece glides effortlessly across lush string arrangements, warm grooves and heartfelt songwriting. A long-standing favourite amongst soul collectors and dancefloor devotees alike, it remains one of the defining recordings of the late 1970s Philadelphia sound. Originally commanding premium prices on the second-hand market and absent from legitimate reissue circulation for many years, this edition arrives fully remastered on limited edition 180 gram heavyweight vinyl. An essential addition for collectors of soul vinyl, jazz-funk records, Philadelphia International Records releases and the timeless catalogue of Dexter Wansel. Tracklist: A1 - Life On Mars B1 - The Sweetest Pain Why Buy This Vinyl? Features two of Dexter Wansel's most celebrated recordings on one essential release. Includes the cosmic jazz-funk classic 'Life On Mars' and soulful anthem 'The Sweetest Pain'. Showcases the unmistakable sound of Philadelphia International Records at its finest. Fully remastered and pressed on limited edition 180 gram heavyweight vinyl. Perfect for fans of soul vinyl, jazz-funk records, rare groove and classic Philadelphia soul.