A
What About Love
(3:09)
B
Got A Good Feeling
(3:58)
Brief Encounter were a group from North Carolina, active for a decade from the early 70s. In 1976 and 1977 respectively they released the A and B sides to this release separately on Capitol Records. Both have become exceptionally rare and sought after.
They are feel good, upbeat funky soul jams. The group are also remembered for the 1977 ‘Sound Plus’ label release “Human” and their debut album that year “Introducing The Brief Encounter” which also included “Got A Good Feeling”. Save hundreds of Pounds on the two original 7”s and find both these dances back to back on this Expansion 7”
WHAT ABOUT LOVE
GOT A GOOD FEELING
Brief Encounter. (A) What About Love. (B) Got A Good Feeling. 7 inch vinyl single record.
Item ID:
EXS027
£14.99
The 2022 release of "What About Love" by Brief Encounter on the Expansion Records label (catalogue number EXS027) is a most distinguished seven-inch reissue. It brought together two incredibly rare and costly soul gems for the first time on a single 45 RPM disc. Here is the breakdown of why this release is of such significance to soul collectors. The Release Details Format: 7" Vinyl, 45 RPM (Large centre hole). Release Date: 11 March 2022. Side A: "What About Love" (originally released on Capitol Records in 1976). Side B: "Got A Good Feeling" (originally released on Capitol Records in 1977). Why It Matters: Expansion Records specifically paired these two tracks because the original pressings are notoriously difficult and expensive to procure. Rarity: Original copies of "What About Love" are considered "big buck" items in the Northern Soul and Rare Groove scenes. They often fetch hundreds of pounds on the secondary market. First-Time Pairing: Whilst both tracks were recorded during the group’s mid-70s peak, they were originally released as separate singles with different B-sides. This reissue is the first time both dancefloor fillers have been backed together. About Brief Encounter The group was a nine-piece ensemble from North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. They were led by the Bailey brothers (including members such as Montie, Gary, and Larry Bailey). They were active from the early 1970s into the early 80s and are best known for their sophisticated blend of sweet soul, funk, and early disco. The Sound "What About Love": An upbeat, feel-good funky soul jam. It entered the Billboard R&B charts in 1976, reaching number 82. "Got A Good Feeling": A mellow yet driving groove that also appeared on their legendary 1977 debut album, Introducing The Brief Encounter.
