In The Cool Of The Night 7"

The single was originally released in late 1982, and soon became pick hit of the week in Billboard Magazine in early ‘83. Back then the A-side received most of the attention, leaving the B-side yet to be discovered. Both tunes were the first songs ever written by Harold, and his first recordings as a single artist.
The early 80’s was a time of uncertainty, the economy was in a shambles and male/ female relationships were starting to deteriorate, this was Harold’s inspiration for his music. The tracks deal with these issues in a (playful) manner with an agenda, which is far from spreading sadness.

About the Songs:

A – “In The Cool Of The Night” is a smooth classic and ostentatious 6/8 soul ballad in classic Motown style. In addition the track has an impressive lead vocal presentation, sang in a natural voice opposite to falsetto, bland horns arrangement, which is performed in an authentic orchestra manners. All of the above mold “In The Cool Of The Night” to a true treasure among the soul heritage.

B – “Shortage Of Love” is a soulful upbeat energizer of booming disco beats, that is a bit dirty and slick simulta- neously. The tough windy comp, sexy backing vocals, and the punchy sax make this number to a musical party. With its four brass ensemble and its acoustic instrumentation generate the feel of the 70’s rather than the time it was issued in. “Happy affairs” as Harold gets to the heart of the track’s inspiration, making “A Shortage Of Love” a pure reflection of the sentiments of those times.

About Harold:

Milwaukee based musician and composer, and co-owner of the Je-Har Label. Harold’s career as a crossover balladeer has spanned over 30 years. A popularly featured artist in Milwaukee’s leading entertainment venues, including the famous Cotton Club, from the late ‘70s to ‘90s, Harold has excited and delighted audiences throughout the US midwest and south with performances described as “sizzling” by reviewers. With vocals as im- peccably phrased and articulated as they are passionate and intense, Harold returns nostalgic, timeless innocence to romance.

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