Interestingly enough, this record is on the "DC" label (as in "the sound of Washington DC") but I have read that this record was cut in Los Angeles, after Frankie was released from the military. Hmmmm.
Frankie had an interesting story that included being part of a gospel vocal group (The Cogic Singers) which included not only Billy Preston but Gloria Jones as well.
This track is the epitome of a type of smooth sound that I just love. This one was under my radar until my friend Jeff Jagged found a copy a few months ago and hipped me to it. Luckily, it proved to be easy to find as it was a minor hit.
from 1968...
FRANKIE KARL & THE DREAMS - DON'T BE AFRAID (DO AS I SAY)
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hey I was both happy and sad to find your blog... happy cause we have very similar tastes in records and sad cause you've already posted a bunch I was planning to post :D
my blog won't be up for a few weeks but there's an initial post on there talkinloud45.blogspot.com
link me please and I'll do the same.. btw I LOVE this Frankie Karl.. but mine has a different label... not sure if one of us has the promo.. mine has no black stripes
best,
Neil aka DJ Zimmy 45
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