Bill Withers

Menagerie finds Bill Withers embracing the sun-drenched smoothness of late-70s soul, and this Music On Vinyl pressing (MOVLP434) reveals every ounce of its warmth. Released in 1977, the album leans into more upbeat and dance-inflected territory without sacrificing Withers� signature intimacy. Lovely Day shines with its iconic sustained vocal note, but deeper cuts like I Want To Spend the Night, Let Me Be the One You Need and Lovely Night for Dancing bring velvety bass lines, mellow horns and breezy rhythms perfectly tuned for golden-hour listening. Withers� songwriting is heartfelt and uncomplicated, his voice sitting comfortably atop smooth, lightly funky arrangements. This reissue enhances the lush production while keeping the analog softness intact. A radiant, feel-good soul record ideal for fans of laid-back grooves and classic 70s R&B craftsmanship.