{"product_id":"isaac-hayes-groove-a-thon","title":"Isaac Hayes – Groove-A-Thon","description":"\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"hvnhe8\" data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"67\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eIsaac Hayes – Groove-A-Thon\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eReleased in 1976, Groove-A-Thon finds Isaac Hayes embracing the lush, dancefloor-oriented sound of the mid-1970s while retaining the deep soul, rich orchestration, and unmistakable baritone vocals that made him one of the defining artists of the Stax Records era. Blending funk, disco, and sophisticated R\u0026amp;B, the album showcases Hayes' talent for crafting extended grooves, sensual ballads, and impeccably arranged productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eFollowing the success of landmark albums such as \u003cem data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"578\"\u003eHot Buttered Soul\u003c\/em\u003e and the Academy Award-winning \u003cem data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"616\"\u003eShaft\u003c\/em\u003e soundtrack, Hayes continued to evolve his sound, incorporating contemporary disco influences without losing the cinematic style and emotional depth that had become his trademark. \u003cem data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eGroove-A-Thon\u003c\/em\u003e captures this transition perfectly, offering a smooth, rhythmic collection designed equally for late-night listening and the dancefloor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eThe album opens with the expansive title track Groove-A-Thon, an infectious nine-minute funk workout built around irresistible rhythms, layered orchestration, and Hayes' commanding vocal delivery. Your Loving Is Much Too Strong follows with polished soul sophistication, while Rock Me Easy Baby closes Side A with another extended groove full of rich instrumentation and irresistible funk energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eSide B begins with the uplifting We've Got A Whole Lot Of Love, before the heartfelt Wish You Were Here (You Ought To Be Here) delivers one of the album's most emotional performances. The record concludes with Make A Little Love To Me, a smooth and romantic soul number that perfectly encapsulates Hayes' ability to blend sensual vocals with elegant arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eAlthough sometimes overlooked within Isaac Hayes' extensive catalogue, Groove-A-Thon has become a favourite among collectors of 1970s soul, funk, and disco. Rich in groove, atmosphere, and first-class musicianship, it remains an essential addition to any vinyl collection celebrating classic American soul music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1hvk5cb\" data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eSide A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5u53b4\" data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eGroove-A-Thon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9msy43\" data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eYour Loving Is Much Too Strong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"j9s45v\" data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eRock Me Easy Baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eSide B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"69k62e\" data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eWe've Got A Whole Lot Of Love\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5pmj45\" data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003eWish You Were Here (You Ought To Be Here)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1acgis4\" data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003eMake A Little Love To Me\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oAlfAfAvI4M?si=UWOA0_izkxNTyTYE\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ABC Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54798093975894,"sku":"ABCL 5155","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1013\/7686\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_c70c9ad7-69ff-4a06-a7b5-e4491861c8b3.jpg?v=1784807374","url":"https:\/\/www.sounds-grounds.co.uk\/products\/isaac-hayes-groove-a-thon","provider":"Sounds + Grounds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}