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I Like It Like That
R&B / Soul · 1965

I Like It Like That

The Miracles

A spirited collection of mid-sixties Motown soul. Polished vocal harmonies meet driving dance rhythms and Smokey Robinson's signature romantic delivery.

April 1965 · Tamla

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This album captures The Miracles at a fascinating crossroads, where the raw energy of early 1960s R&B began to merge with the sophisticated, hit-making machinery of the Motown sound. It feels like a time capsule of a specific cultural moment, balancing the innocence of the 'dance craze' era with the burgeoning emotional depth that Smokey Robinson would soon master. The music is characterized by its warmth and kinetic energy, featuring tight arrangements that emphasize the group's impeccable vocal interplay.

Moments Worth Listening For
The rhythmic finger snaps and Smokey's effortless glide on the title track.
Bobby Rogers taking the lead on You're So Fine and Sweet, providing a gritty contrast to the group's usual polish.
Claudette Robinson's rare and charming lead vocal on the cover of The Wah-Watusi.
The driving, urgent beat of I Gotta Dance to Keep From Crying that masks the sadness in the lyrics.
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How does I Like It Like That sound next to the rest of The Miracles's catalogue?

High Energy+1.6σ

It runs notably hotter than this artist's baseline.

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