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Park Avenue Sound
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Park Avenue Sound

SKU: CD9300 Barcode: 5013929043138
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  • Released Date: 29 Jul 2013

  • Genre: R&B/Soul

Our Take

In the grand tradition of disco divas turning to lush orchestration to showcase their vocal prowess, Gloria Gaynor's "Park Avenue Sound" is a glamorous romp through the streets of Manhattan. With strings that swell like Amy Winehouse's beehive and horns that blast like a New Year's Eve confetti cannon, Gaynor's powerhouse vocals lead the charge through classics like "Yesterday We Were Dancing" and "There's No Greater Love."

The album opens with "Park Avenue Sound," a sultry slow jam that sets the tone for the rest of the record. Gaynor's vocals are as smooth as a freshly pressed suit, gliding effortlessly over the lush instrumentation. With production that's as slick as the streets of Midtown, each track on the album is a mini masterpiece of disco-infused soul.

But don't let the polished exterior fool you – there's plenty of grit under the surface. Songs like "This Love Affair" and "Kidnapped" showcase Gaynor's vulnerability, while tracks like "The Reason for the Season" and "Let's Make a Deal" demonstrate her fierce independence. It's this combination of strength and sensitivity that makes "Park Avenue Sound" such a compelling listen.

In conclusion, Gloria Gaynor's "Park Avenue Sound" is a glittering gem of an album that showcases her voice and spirit in all their dazzling glory. So slip on your dancing shoes, grab a cocktail, and get ready to strut down Park Avenue with the disco queen herself. Trust us, you won't regret it.

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