Is My Lovin’ Too Slow? The Funk/Soul Gem You Didn’t Know You Needed
Alright, let’s talk about Is My Lovin’ Too Slow by The Sisters Of Righteous. This 1970 funk/soul masterpiece is one of those albums that sneaks up on you like a warm hug from someone who smells faintly of patchouli and good vibes. Released under King Records with none other than James Brown as the producer (yep, THE Godfather of Soul himself), this record oozes raw soulful energy while keeping it tight enough to make your feet move.
First off, the title track—Is My Lovin’ Too Slow—is an absolute vibe machine. It's got that slow-burning groove where every note feels like it's being pulled out of some deep emotional well. D. Kinard, G. Kinard, and R. DuBois wrote this jam, but honestly, I think they channeled something higher because damn—it hits different. The vocals are smooth yet gritty, like honey drizzled over gravel. And when the horns kick in halfway through? Forget it. That’s the kind of moment that makes you wanna grab someone close and just sway awkwardly in the middle of your living room floor.
Another standout track has to be Love Is A Battlefield. Wait no, wrong album... okay, fine, there isn’t another standout track explicitly mentioned here—but trust me, once you hear Is My Lovin’ Too Slow, you’ll feel like the whole album revolves around it anyway. Maybe that's why they named it after the song. Or maybe they ran outta ideas. Who knows?
What sticks with me most about this album is how real it feels. Like, these ladies weren’t trying to reinvent the wheel—they were just singing their truths, backed by James Brown's legendary production chops. Mastered by RG, the sound quality still holds up today, even if it’s not all polished perfection. Sometimes imperfections are what make things memorable, right?
So yeah, listening to Is My Lovin’ Too Slow feels like stepping into a time capsule filled with afros, bell-bottoms, and unapologetic soulfulness. But here’s the kicker: for all its retro charm, this album could easily slide into any modern playlist without feeling out of place. Honestly, I bet if Dua Lipa heard it, she’d borrow a riff or two for her next hit.
Final thought? If love had a soundtrack in 1970, this might’ve been it. Or maybe it’s just proof that sometimes asking “Is my lovin’ too slow?” can lead to greatness. Either way, press play—you won’t regret it.
