Candles by Heatwave - Uhune

ALBUM

Heatwave had come a long way from 1977's smash "Boogie Nights" by the time the decade rolled over. They still were masterfully pulling together a smooth blend of soul, funk, and disco, but numerous lineup changes over two years took their toll. At the same time, though, the ease with which they brought a more subtle texture to their music was testament to their enduring dedication. And even through vocalist Johnnie Wilder Jr. was paralyzed in an automobile accident before recording, he was able to return to the band to cut studio vocals for Candles, making this album a joyous occasion. Full of smooth soul breaks and fiery funk riffs packed around a healthy helping of pure disco, Candles does pale somewhat in comparison to earlier singles, but nevertheless remains a strong addition to the genre -- no easy feat for any album appearing after disco's true heyday. By 1980, most bands had forgotten how important a good groove was in their haste to synthesize anything not nailed down. Heatwave did not. And that is reflected across this album. From "Gangsters of Groove," which gave the band their hit, to the effusive "Jitterbuggin" and the absolutely marvelous "Turn Around," Heatwave keeps their feet firmly in organic territory. Johnnie Wilder Jr.'s "Goin' Crazy," meanwhile, could still turn in a slab of soft funk. Candles also boasts a staggering five tracks penned by former bandmate Rod Temperton, now carving out a career penning hits for Michael Jackson and Rufus, among others. The partnership he retained with his old crew certainly adds an interesting slant to their overall sound. This is a strong album, better perhaps than its predecessors given its resulting cohesion. The frenzy is gone, to be replaced by a sweet sound -- a different kind of Heatwave, then; one which percolates, rather than hitting you straight on.

1. Gangsters of the Groove

Background Vocals: Johnnie Wilder Jr.
Williams J. Jones; Performer
Bass: Derek Bramble
Mario Mantese; Performer
Clarinet: Larry Williams; Performer
Congas: Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Performer
Drums: Ernest Berger; Performer
Lyricist: Rod Temperton; Composer
A&r: Patti Matheny; Production
Flugelhorn: Gary Grant
Jerry Hey; Performer
Flute: Larry Williams
Phil Ayling
Kim Hutchcroft; Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Conductor: John Cameron; Conductor
Engineer: Damien Korner
Ernie Sheesley
Glabe Veltri
James Guthrie
Jeff Borgeson
John Rosenthal
Jim Boyer
Mike Hedges
Nigel Adams
Patrice Carroll
Per Hansen
Peter Krueger
Richard Goldblatt
Stephen Marcussen
Warren Weinberg
Judy Clapp
Peter Lewis
Greg Walsh
Peter Silver
Barry Kid
Rick Hart
Neil Black
Peter Walsh
Andy Jackson
Tim Palmer
Mark Chamberlain
Tim Hunt
Al Stegmeyer
Brian Huddy; Production
Executive Producer: Tony Martell; Production
Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Composer: Rod Temperton; Composer
French Horn: Jerry Hey; Performer
Guitar: Williams J. Jones
Eric Johns
Roy Carter; Performer
Keyboard: Roy Carter
Rod Temperton
Keith Harrison
Calvin Duke; Performer
Organ: Rod Temperton; Performer
Percussion: Frank Ricotti
Ernest Berger
Johnnie Wilder Jr.
Tristan Fry
Paulinho Da Costa; Performer
Piano: Rod Temperton
Roy Carter; Performer
Saxophone: Phil Ayling
Kim Hutchcroft
Larry Williams; Performer
Synthesizer: Michael Boddicker
Keith Harrison
Calvin Duke
Rod Temperton; Performer
Trombone: Bill Reichenbach; Performer
Trumpet: Gary Grant
Jerry Hey; Performer
Vocals: Ralph Atkins
Louis Price
Ashley Ingram
Keith Harrison
Noel Mccalla
Leee John
Bernard Fowler
Calvin Duke
Carl Carlwell; Performer
Orchestration: John Cameron; Composer
Vocal Arrangement: Rod Temperton; Composer
Producer: Johnny Wilder Jr.
James Guthrie; Production

2. Jitterbuggin'

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Rod Temperton; Composer
Lyricist: Rod Temperton; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

3. Party Suite

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Rodney Temperton; Composer
Lyricist: Rodney Temperton; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

4. Turn Around

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Johnnie Wilder Jr.
Linda Phillips; Composer
Lyricist: Johnnie Wilder Jr.
Linda Phillips; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

5. Posin' 'Til Closin'

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Rod Temperton; Composer
Lyricist: Rod Temperton; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

6. All I Am

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Lynsey De Paul
Susan Sheridan; Composer
Lyricist: Lynsey De Paul
Susan Sheridan; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

7. Dreamin' You

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Rodney Temperton; Composer
Lyricist: Rodney Temperton; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

8. Goin' Crazy

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Composer
Lyricist: Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

9. Where Did I Go Wrong

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Johnnie Wilder Jr.
Linda Phillips
Thomas Gilliard; Composer
Lyricist: Johnnie Wilder Jr.
Linda Phillips
Thomas Gilliard; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

10. Gangsters of the Groove (Single Version)

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Rod Temperton
Rodney Temperton; Composer
Lyricist: Rod Temperton
Rodney Temperton; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

11. Jitterbuggin' (UK Single Version)

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Rod Temperton; Composer
Lyricist: Rod Temperton; Composer

12. Where Did I Go Wrong (US Single Version)

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Johnnie Wilder Jr.
Linda Phillips
Thomas Gilliard; Composer
Lyricist: Johnnie Wilder Jr.
Linda Phillips
Thomas Gilliard; Composer

13. Posin' 'Til Closin' (UK Single Version)

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Rod Temperton; Composer
Lyricist: Rod Temperton; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

14. Turn Around (Single Version)

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Johnnie Wilder Jr.
Linda Phillips; Composer
Lyricist: Johnnie Wilder Jr.
Linda Phillips; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

15. Find Someone Like You

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Linda Phillips
Chris Grigsby; Composer
Lyricist: Linda Phillips
Chris Grigsby; Composer

16. Whack That Axe

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Rodney Temperton; Composer
Lyricist: Rodney Temperton; Composer
Producer: Barry Blue; Production

17. Gangsters Of The Groove (UK 12" Remix)

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Rod Temperton; Composer
Lyricist: Rod Temperton; Composer
Producer: James Guthrie
Johnnie Wilder Jr.; Production

18. Posin' Til Closin' (UK 12" Version)

Primary Artist: Heatwave; Main Performer
Performer: Heatwave; Performer
Composer: Rodney Temperton; Composer
Lyricist: Rodney Temperton; Composer

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

18 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

1 hour, 19 minutes and 30 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 3000x3000 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

6/18 tracks have lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

3/18 tracks have synced lyrics

Genres

R&B, Soul, Disco

Label

Sony Music CG

Music Distribution Service

Sony

Country

United States

United Kingdom

Language

English (United States)

Popularity

Release Date

Jan 30, 2020

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

886448244998