It Ain't No Big Thing

Here is a song to help alleviate those Valentines blues for us singles around this time of the year.  "It Ain't No Big Thing" is rendered here by legendary disco lady Donna McGhee.   This sultry, mid-tempo disco "break up song" fits just right with the season.  Produced by Greg Carmichael and Patrick Adams,  this is a superb Disco album filled with great hi-hats, honest lyrics and overall lazy feel.  Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Donna McGhee grew up with gospel roots and then moving on to secular music.  During her earlier years she performed live at the Continental Baths in Harlem then became part of The Fatback Band, recorded with Phreek, Universal Robot Band and is actually one of the speeded up voices of Bumblee Unlimited!  Make It Last Forever contains five amazing disco songs that are true classics. The title song became an instant classic at clubs such as Better Days,  Paradise Garage, The Loft and Studio 54.  So for this Valentines "it ain't no big thing" being single.  Enjoy!

It Ain't No Big Thing - Donna McGhee

Disco Monk

Today I'm posting a new discovery song called "Let's Get Together" by Pam Todd And Love Exchange. The first time I heard this song, I immediately recognized it since I had no idea that this one was the original of one of my favorite house songs ever. The version that I know was sung by Tyree; little that I knew it was a cover! I am beginning to become suspicious of all my favorite house songs now and I must embark on a hunt since I have become a "Disco Monk".

This one is completely different than the house version. I love the arrangements on this one, specially the Moog Synthesizers and I'm loving Pam's voice. I learned that this was their first LP and was produced by underground disco hero Greg Carmichael who is known for his spacey, funky sound. The LP featured cult items such as the title track, "Making Love" and "Can't Hold This Feeling" which I have yet to hear. Also, there was a follow up from this LP in 1978 under the name Pam Todd & The Gold Bullion Band which produced a minor club hit called "Baise Moi (Kiss Me)". I am planing to check this out and will keep you posted. Enjoy

Let's Get Together - Pam Todd And Love Exchange