Stanley Clarke - 1, 2, to The Bass - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Stanley Clarke (and his bass) made numerous contributions to the fields of music and film. IF THIS BASS COULD TALK has him playing his instrument with reverence, as if it is Thor's hammer and he is meant to wield it.

One of America's most popular soul vocal groups of the 1970's, The Moments consistently delivered major hits throughout the decade. Formed in 1968, The Moments topped the R&B charts in 1970 with the Sylvia Robinson produced InchLove on a Two Way Street.Inch Other major hits included InchIf I Didn't CareInch and InchAll I HaveInch in 1970, InchSexy MamaInch in 1973, and another number one R&B item, InchLook at Me (I'm in Love),Inch in 1975. Members Harry Ray, Al Goodman, and William Brown changed their billing to Ray, Goodman & Brown in 1978 and continued to have great success throughout the 1980's. Here the group performs their classic 1977 hit, InchJack in the Box.Inch Also included is a bonus instrumental version.

The vastness of Stanley Clarke's professional and creative accomplishments are on display in this compilation of his work as a film composer. The famed bassist scored popular movies such as Boyz n the Hood, What's Love Got To Do With It and Poetic Justice. Selections from each are featured on this album.