Phylliss Bailey - Phylliss (2025) [Hi-Res]

The London-based Celestial Echo Records has released the first official reissue of Phylliss Bailey’s 1978 cult classic album Phylliss, originally released on the Americom label. The record is described as a rare gem of modern soul and disco, long circulated among collectors and DJs via bootlegs due to its original release flying under the radar. Bailey’s voice is highlighted as pure class, effortlessly complementing the lush arrangements, tight rhythms, and strings on tracks such as 'Focus', 'Release Me', and 'Feeling Of Love'. The reissue has been fully remastered and officially licensed. Celestial Echo Records, run by miche and Stu Clark, specializes in high-quality reissues of rare soul, boogie, and disco, bringing overlooked tracks back to contemporary clubs and dancefloors, with Phylliss being the latest essential addition to their catalogue.

Tracklist:
1-1 Phylliss Bailey - Dance, Dance [3:13]
1-2 Phylliss Bailey - Feeling Of Love [4:39]
1-3 Phylliss Bailey - Focus [4:00]
1-4 Phylliss Bailey - It's Easy [3:41]
1-5 Phylliss Bailey - Gonna Keep On Trying [4:37]
1-6 Phylliss Bailey - Stranger On My Mind [3:56]
1-7 Phylliss Bailey - Life [5:27]