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Ready For The World – Ready For The World (used)
Ready For The World – Ready For The World (used)
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- Release Date: May 14, 1985 (Although other sources say September 17, 1985).
- Genre: R&B, pop, funk, electro, new wave
- Producers: Ready for the World
- Label: MCA Records
- Recording Studio: Silver Sun Recording Studio, Flint, Michigan
- Key Members: The band was founded by Melvin Riley Jr. (lead vocals, guitar) and Gordon Strozier (guitar, backing vocals), along with Gregory Potts (keyboards, backing vocals), John Eaton (bass, backing vocals), Willie Triplett (percussion, backing vocals), and Gerald Valentine (drums).
- Hit Singles: The album features the band's biggest hit, "Oh Sheila," which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, R&B, and Dance charts. Other notable singles include "Tonight," "Deep Inside Your Love," and "Digital Display."
- Chart Performance: The album peaked at number 17 on the pop album charts and reached number 3 on the R&B album charts. It was certified platinum by the RIAA, signifying sales of over one million copies in the United States.
- Impact: The album established Ready for the World as a prominent R&B group in the 1980s and contributed to the popularization of the Minneapolis sound. The success of "Oh Sheila" was a major breakthrough for the band.
The album received positive reviews for its blend of soul, funk, and pop, though some felt the vocals could be occasionally grating. Overall, it's considered a strong debut album that showcases the band's unique sound and influence.
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