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Various Artists – Radio Bop Vol. 1 | Vinyl LP | VG+
A lively compilation capturing the sound of South African radio favourites of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Radio Bop Vol. 1 brings together a mix of international soul, R&B and funk alongside popular South African artists associated with Radio Bop and the Bophuthatswana broadcasting scene. The album reflects the vibrant crossover between American soul and local music that was widely heard on South African airwaves during the era.
The striking sleeve design features a classic boombox motif surrounded by artists featured on the compilation. Notable international performers such as Marvin Gaye, Luther Vandross, Earth, Wind & Fire, Bob James, and the Isley Brothers appear alongside South African artists connected to Radio Bop, making the record both a musical time capsule and a nostalgic piece of broadcasting history.
Sealed examples are uncommon, and this copy still retains its original shrink wrap, adding additional collector appeal.
Genre: Soul / R&B / Funk / Compilation
Track Listing
Side One
My Love Is Waiting – Marvin Gaye
Between The Sheets – The Isley Brothers
Side By Side – Earth, Wind & Fire
Jamaica – Bob James
Side Two
Anna Lisa (Unltd.)
Try Again – Champaign
No Problem – Sadao Watanabe
Change – Garth Wright
She Loves Me Back – Luther Vandross
Bring Your Loving To Me – Percy Sledge
This One’s For You – Teddy Pendergrass
Notes:
Original South African pressing associated with Radio Bop.
