Album Review: You Got The Love by The Source Feat. Candi Staton
Alright, let’s talk about You Got The Love—a gem from 1986 that still hits differently today. This album came out of the US under Source Records Inc., and it’s a straight-up House classic. If you’re into electronic vibes with soulful vocals, this one’s for you. Candi Staton absolutely crushes it here; her voice is like honey poured over a beat machine.
Now, I gotta shout out two tracks that stuck with me. First up, the “Extended Vocal” version. Man, this one just doesn’t quit. It’s got that big, room-filling sound that makes you wanna throw your hands up in the air—even if you're just vibing alone in your kitchen. The way they layer Candi’s gospel-tinged vocals over those pulsing synths? Pure magic. Every time I hear it, I’m transported back to some imaginary neon-lit club where everyone’s dancing like nobody’s watching.
Then there’s the “House Apella.” Okay, so no instruments, just raw vocals chopped and looped into something hypnotic. At first, I wasn’t sure how much I’d dig it since it’s kinda stripped down compared to the other versions. But honestly? That simplicity slaps. It reminds me how powerful a great vocal performance can be without all the extra bells and whistles. Plus, it’s perfect for DJs who want to remix or add their own spin.
The rest of the tracks—“House Radio,” “Club House”—are solid too, but these two really stand out as moments that make the record unforgettable. They’re proof that sometimes less is more when it comes to house music.
Reflecting on this album, it’s wild to think it dropped almost 40 years ago. Back then, house music was still finding its feet, and yet You Got The Love feels timeless. Honestly, it’s kinda funny how an old-school track can feel fresher than half the stuff getting pumped out now. Maybe we should all take notes from The Source and Candi Staton—they clearly knew what they were doing. Or maybe they just got lucky. Either way, this album’s a banger. Play it loud and thank me later.
