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Genre:
R&B
Release Date: 11/19/1996
Run Time: 43:34
The debut album from the Ohio-based
funk aggregate
Slave was a grand success, but resulted in the release of only one single,
"Slide." Being the only single released from the album,
"Slide" had no problem gaining airplay with its gothic introduction, animated vocals, and rumbling bassline. The
funk anthem claimed the number one spot on the
Billboard R&B charts inside of 20 weeks. The other cuts on the album continue the aggressive
funk assault, but with subtle passion and their own distinctive arrangements. The exception is
"Son of Slide," which is identical to the album's big hit, except that it's an instrumental save a brief chorus chant. The only ballad is
"The Happiest Days," a sweet
soul song arranged in the vein of
the Ohio Players with its horns, lead and backing vocals.
~Craig Lytle, All Music Guide
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