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No Stranger to Love

Roy Ayers · 1979

42 min · 7 tracks · soul ยท post-bop ยท jazz-funk

A vibrant blend of jazz-funk and soul with lush instrumentation and captivating grooves.

No Stranger to Love is an album by Roy Ayers, released in 1979. A vibrant blend of jazz-funk and soul with lush instrumentation and captivating grooves. 'No Stranger to Love' is celebrated for its smooth sound and has been influential in shaping the acid jazz genre. The track 'What You Won't Do for Love' gained notable popularity and has been covered by various artists, reflecting its lasting impact on soul and R&B music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does No Stranger to Love sound like?

A vibrant blend of jazz-funk and soul with lush instrumentation and captivating grooves. Rooted in soul and post-bop.

What makes No Stranger to Love by Roy Ayers notable?

'No Stranger to Love' is celebrated for its smooth sound and has been influential in shaping the acid jazz genre. The track 'What You Won't Do for Love' gained notable popularity and has been covered by various artists, reflecting its lasting impact on soul and R&B music. Released in 1979, 'No Stranger to Love' came during Roy Ayers' prolific phase in the late 1970s. This album followed his successful record 'Everybody Loves the Sunshine' and showcased his signature fusion of jazz and funk, solidifying his influence in the acid jazz movement.

How many songs are on No Stranger to Love?

No Stranger to Love has 7 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Tracklist

7 tracks·42:06

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Don't Stop the Feeling Standout 8:14
  • 2 What You Won't Do for Love Standout 5:50
  • 3 Shack Up, Pack Up, It's Up (When I'm Gone) 6:03
  • 4 Slyde 5:31
  • 5 No Stranger to Love Standout 7:07
  • 6 Don't Let Our Love Slip Away 5:44
  • 7 Don't Hide Your Love 3:37

Release Date

January 1, 1979

Genre

jazz-funk, post-bop, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

42 min 6 sec