Matrix #: SD 1690
Condition: NM, sounds great; looks great
Description: Near-mint, glossy copy with excellent playback; sharp jacket and clean labels.

Cultural Facts:

1. Mid-1970s – Atlantic era. From McCann’s electric period on Atlantic, where he blended his hard-swinging piano roots with contemporary studio polish.

2. Soul-jazz crossover. Leans into vocals, electric keys, and R&B/funk grooves—accessible, radio-friendly arrangements that still keep his jazz phrasing up front.

3. Post-“Compared to What” momentum. Follows the popularity he gained after that breakout live hit, capturing his shift toward broader crossover audiences without losing his jazz core.