Tightening It Up: The Best of Archie Bell & The Drells (CD)
Archie Bell & The Drells
Amoeba Review
Tiffany Anders 12/01/2010
Most famously known for their infectious and joyous dance hit “Tighten Up,” this wonderful 20-track collection shows that this Texas-based soul group had a lot more to offer than just one hit. Their smooth, upbeat, and optimistic offerings can be heard on such gems as “I Can’t Stop Dancing” and “(There’s Gonna Be A) Showdown,” which benefits from legendary Philly soul architects Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. An absolutely pleasurable listen from start to finish, this collection brings to light this overlooked classic soul group.
Track Listing
Disc 1 Titles |
Artist |
Length |
---|---|---|
1.
Tighten Up
|
Archie Bell | 02:40 |
2.
I Can't Stop Dancing
|
Archie Bell | 02:22 |
3.
Do the Choo Choo
|
Archie Bell | 02:40 |
4.
Love Will Rain on You
|
Archie Bell | 03:06 |
5.
(There's Gonna Be A) Showdown
|
Archie Bell | 02:37 |
6.
I Love My Baby
|
Archie Bell | 02:41 |
7.
Girl You're Too Young
|
Archie Bell | 02:24 |
8.
My Balloon's Going Up
|
Archie Bell | 02:28 |
9.
A World Without Music
|
Archie Bell | 02:18 |
10.
Don't Let the Music Slip Away
|
Archie Bell | 02:16 |
11.
Wrap It Up
|
Archie Bell | 02:50 |
12.
Dancing to Your Music
|
Archie Bell | 02:57 |
13.
Ain't Nothing for a Man in Love
|
Archie Bell | 03:42 |
14.
I Could Dance All Night
|
Archie Bell | 02:42 |
15.
The Soul City Walk
|
Archie Bell | 04:20 |
16.
Let's Groove
|
Archie Bell | 06:02 |
17.
Everybody Have a Good Time
|
Archie Bell | 06:18 |
18.
Glad You Could Make It
|
Archie Bell | 03:42 |
19.
I've Been Missing You
|
Archie Bell | 03:58 |
20.
Strategy
|
Archie Bell | 06:56 |