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Far more accessible is a collection of timeless disco nuggets made famous by ‘70s New York radio legend Frankie Crocker – said to be flashiest and most flamboyant radio personalities ever hold a mic. Sanctuary compiling an essential 25-track offering of choice cuts he helped make famous including a memorable reading of the Dream Girls hit ‘And I’m Telling You I’m Not Going’ by Chuck Jackson and Angie B (aka Angie Stone). The O’Jays, Chairmen Of The Board, Fatback Band, Street People, Crown Heights Affair, JJ Barnes are all present and correct on this unique compilation featuring the on-air rap of NYC’s quintessential black DJ, including the regular show opening and closing with King Pleasure’s ‘Moody’s Mood For Love’.

4 Out Of 5

Reviewed By: Lewis Dene