Get On Board The Soul Train

United Souls, in conjunction with Sony Legacy Recordings, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Philadelphia International Records with an 8 CD box set, "Get On Board The Soul Train : The Sound Of Philadelphia International Records Volume 1".

This is the 1st volume in a limited edition series which covers the 1st 8 studio albums released by the label from 1971 to 1973. This series will offer all album remastered from the original tapes and will map the history of Philadelphia International Records chronologically.

The 8 classic albums included in "Volume 1" comprise Billy Paul's "Going East", Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes' "I Miss You", The O’Jays, "Back Stabbers", Billy Paul's "360 Degrees Of Billy Paul", Dick Jensen's "Dick Jensen", The Intruders' "Save The Children", MFSB's "MFSB" and Billy Paul's "Ebony Woman".

The 8 CDs come housed in a 48 page slipcased book which includes sleeve notes by Tony Cummings, author of 'The Sound Of Philadelphia', and a foreword by Ralph Tee. The large format packaging includes an exclusive bonus 12" single and a poster and certificate of authenticity. This edition is strictly limited to 2 500 copies.

"Get On Board The Soul Train : The Sound of Philadelphia International Records Volume 1" will be released on May 28th, 2021 via the Snapper imprint, United Souls.