Double Exposure

Double Exposure is a foundational pillar of the Salsoul Records catalog and a key exponent of the Sound of Philadelphia (TSOP). Originally formed as United Image, the quartet transitioned from traditional soul to disco under the guidance of Salsoul's production team.

Their 1976 hit Ten Percent is historically significant as the first commercially available 12-inch single, featuring a landmark remix by Walter Gibbons that revolutionized DJ culture. Their sound is characterized by the 'Salsoul Orchestra' backing, featuring legendary MFSB musicians like Earl Young on drums and Bobby Eli on guitar. This collaboration resulted in a high-fidelity, maximalist production style that combined aggressive funk basslines with elegant, cinematic orchestration. Critically, they are viewed as one of the most 'musicianly' disco groups, maintaining a high standard of vocal performance and complex song structure that influenced the later development of garage and house music. Their legacy persists through heavy sampling in house music and the enduring popularity of their extended club mixes.