Soul Train Gang - Ooh Cha

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Review by Adam Randall

Album Review: Ooh Cha by Soul Train Gang (1976) Alright, let’s talk about Ooh Cha by Soul Train Gang. This funky little gem dropped in 1976 and it's got that classic disco vibe that just screams bell-bottoms and glitter balls. Produced under the watchful eyes of Dick Griffey and Don Cornelius—yeah, the Don Cornelius of Soul Train fame—it’s no surprise this album feels like a party on wax. Norman Harris, aka “The Harris Machine,” handled production and arrangements, which is kinda like having a secret weapon for grooves. The writing credits go to J. Akines, J. Bellmon, R. Turner, and V. Drayton, so you know there’s some serious soulful storytelling baked into these tracks. Now, let me break it down for ya. The album only has three tracks, but don’t let that fool ya—it’s all killer, no filler. Two versions of the title track, “Ooh Cha” (one stereo, one mono), plus another cut simply titled… wait for it… “Ooh Cha.” Yep, they really wanted you to get your fill of this jam. And honestly? They weren’t wrong to do so. Let’s start with “Ooh Cha (Stereo).” Man, this track hits different. From the first beat, you’re locked in—those tight horns, the slinky bassline, and rhythms so smooth they could sell silk sheets. It’s impossible not to move to this one. You can almost picture the dancers busting out their best moves on the Soul Train stage while this plays. There’s something about how the vocals glide over the instrumentation that makes it stick in your head for days. Like, I swear I hummed this in the shower for a week straight after hearing it. Then there’s “Ooh Cha (Mono).” Now, some folks might think, “Why bother with two versions?” But here’s the thing—the mono mix gives the track a rawer, punchier feel. It’s like listening to the same story told in two slightly different ways. If the stereo version is the flashy Saturday night dance floor anthem, the mono version feels more intimate, like a late-night jam session where everyone’s feeling loose and vibey. Both versions are fire, but if I had to pick, I’d probably roll with the mono cut when I’m chilling at home and need something low-key yet still funky as hell. So yeah, Ooh Cha might be short, but it packs a wallop. It’s one of those albums that reminds you why funk and disco ruled back in the day. Everything from the production to the energy feels authentic, like it was made by people who lived and breathed music. Here’s the kicker though—listening to this album made me realize something kinda wild. Back then, artists didn’t overthink things. They didn’t drown their songs in layers of edits or autotune. They just laid it down, hit record, and let the magic happen. And guess what? That magic still holds up today. Makes you wonder if we’ve been overcomplicating music ever since. Or maybe I’m just saying that because I miss the simplicity of three-track albums. Who knows? Either way, Ooh Cha deserves a spot in any self-respecting funk lover’s collection. Turn it up loud and let it take you back to ‘76—even if you weren’t alive yet.

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Artist: Soul Train Gang
Album: Ooh Cha
Rating: 4.38

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Filename: soul-train-gang-ooh-cha.zip
  • MP3 size: 17.4 mb
  • FLAC size: 175.2 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Ooh Cha (Mono)3:26
Ooh Cha (Stereo)3:26
Ooh Cha5:09

Video

THE SOUL TRAIN GANG .... OOH CHA ....
The Soul Train Gang - Country Girl
OOH CHA by Soul Train Gang

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Catalog Numbers

  • DJL1-2040
  • JH-10792

Labels

Soul Train

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • 33 ⅓ RPM
  • Promo
  • Single
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM

Companies

RoleCompany
Phonographic Copyright (p)RCA Records
Manufactured ByRCA Records
Distributed ByRCA Records
Published ByHip Trip Music

Credits

RoleCredit
Executive-ProducerDick Griffey, Don Cornelius
Producer"The Harris Machine" Norman Harris
Arranged By"The Harris Machine" Norman Harris
Written-ByJ. Akines, J. Bellmon, R. Turner, V. Drayton

Notes

  • From "The Soul Train Gang" album, BVL1-1844.
  • Same track on both side.
  • NOT FOR SALE
  • Intro :23
  • End: Fade
  • (From "The Soul Train Gang" album BVL1-1844)

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Rights Society: BMI

About Soul Train Gang

In the early 1970s, the dancers on ' hit television program Soul Train were called the Soul Train Gang. But they became the Soul Train Dancers in 1975, when Cornelius and Dick Griffey co-founded Records (later ), home to , , and others - and decided to name an R&B vocal quintet The Soul Train Gang. Consisting of two brothers' from Cincinnati, Ohio; Gerald Brown & Terry Brown; Judy Jones, Patricia Williamson (replaced by Denise Smith in 1976) and Hollis Pippin, the Soul Train Gang recorded its debut album, Don Cornelius Presents the Soul Train Gang, in 1975. Produced by Cornelius and Griffey, the LP included "Soul Train '75," one of the many themes from Soul Train. (The previous theme had previously been 's famous "TSOP".) The group recorded its second album, The Soul Train Gang, produced by Norman Harris and done largely in Philadelphia, in 1976. Not surprisingly, Cornelius and Griffey hoped they could use Soul Train's popularity to make the Soul Train Gang a hit. But while both albums were decent examples of '70s soul and funk, neither made them a big name in the R&B world. After the Gang disgrouped in 1977, Brown went on to join the following year, replacing original member Gary Mumford.

Name Vars

  • Soul
  • The Soul Train
  • The Soul Train Gang

Members

  • Gerald Brown
  • Judy Jones
  • Pat Williamson
  • Hollis Pippin
  • Denise Smith
  • Terry Brown

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *Ooh Cha* by Soul Train Gang wasn’t just another disco record. It was tied to the iconic *Soul Train* TV show, which was a cultural phenomenon in the 70s. Don Cornelius, the show’s creator, co-executive produced the album. So, it’s like a piece of music history wrapped up in one funky package. And get this—it even had separate stereo and mono versions of the same track. Talk about giving listeners options!

Comments

blackgurlsguide
blackgurlsguide
2025-03-04
Thank you for your kindness and appreciation .
tabjhurst
tabjhurst
2025-03-04
growing up in OH I was a huge Shalamar/Soul Train Gang fan. I would flip over my "Soul Train Theme" single to play "Country Girl" over and over. It just made me feel good. That's the thing about music, people never know how their creations will impact people's lives.
trungluonge9d1b66604
trungluonge9d1b66604
2025-03-04
@thegreeneyedlady1 Hi , Judy . I tried to tell Morris . He'd married my sister . Lol . Love you . Call me . I'm listed .
shanyroo
shanyroo
2025-03-03
Wow! Thanks for the comments. i absolutely love this tune, you should be very proud of it! ktf Ady
somacharofficial
somacharofficial
2025-03-03
This song was inspired by Cathel (Scott ) Brown . She was my wife and the mother of my son Timmy . I wrote it ; while on my way home from the road . Gerald . The " hey girl ! What yo name is " was Dick Griffey's idea . Lol
alexonfoot
alexonfoot
2025-03-02
I STILL run this on my gym playlist & in my new car!! Lol. Luv the musical arrangement & the vocals. I had the album when it came out - but sadly I only found this song to be the best one of the bunch ...and I'm still wearing it out. Lol
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csandeep10817gmailcom
2025-03-01
SWEET
mdusmc
mdusmc
2025-02-28
year?
wrkgr
wrkgr
2025-02-27
Sweet!
rkulhari
rkulhari
2025-02-27
Latin Hustle time!
francmarti
francmarti
2025-02-26
Pre-Shalamar!

jwolen123
jwolen123
2025-02-25
The Jam...out at the height of disco. Jody Watley and Jeffrey Daniel oozed APPEAL at 1:22. Loved the B side of this single too..."Country Girl."
gobywan
gobywan
2025-02-24
Cool!!!!!!!!