Keep Pleasing Me

Released in 1978, Keep Pleasing Me represents Carl Douglas moving beyond the 'Kung Fu Fighting' novelty that defined his early career, aiming for a more sustainable identity within the global disco explosion. Produced during the peak of the genre's commercial dominance, the album features the high-caliber session work and orchestral arrangements typical of Pye Records' output during this period. Musically, it bridges the gap between the Philadelphia Soul sound and the more aggressive funk-disco coming out of London. While it didn't achieve the massive chart success of his debut, it is highly regarded by soul purists and disco collectors for its consistent groove and superior vocal performances. The track 'Run Back' remains a cult favorite among Northern Soul and disco DJs for its driving tempo and infectious hook. This album serves as a crucial document of a Jamaican-born artist navigating the British soul scene at its most flamboyant.