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Rating: Great |
The Isley Brothers brought love, funk, and the too-seldom-mentioned socially conscious songs; this album is titled after one of those social gems. However, "Who Loves You Better," with its disco flair, was the album's first release. Ronald Isley's aggressive vocals blend beautifully with Ernie Isley's seductive guitar solos. It became a top three single on the Billboard R&B charts.
The title track is a tour de force. Preceded by a gentle intro featuring Ronald Isley's heartfelt plea, the timeless lyrics and celebratory rhythm make "Harvest for the World" a welcome anthem for all the people of the world.
It debuted at number nine on the Billboard R&B Top Ten. Ronald Isley shifts his tone on some of these compositions, adding a rawness to his still-smooth tenor, as on the relentless jams "People of Today" and "You Wanna Stay Down." Then there are those priceless ballads like "Let Me Know" and "Let Me Down Easy," where Ronald Isley caresses the lyrics with compassion and dexterity. Neither of these selections were released, but they remain staples of R&B radio.
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