Shalamar~ Right In The Socket // '79 SOLAR Records | produced by Leon Sylvers

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One of the biggest 'what-ifs' in music history was Shalamar. They were more than just a group-they were a phenomenon. From humble beginnings as dancers on Soul Train to becoming musical icons, Shalamar blended timeless R&B, funk, and pop with a style and fashion sense that was light-years ahead of its time. But none of this would have been possible without the driving force behind their sound: super producer Leon Sylvers III. As the mastermind of SOLAR Records, Leon didn’t just produce Shalamar’s hits-he defined an entire era of music. With his signature basslines, sharp production, and innovative vocal arrangements, Leon crafted classics like ‘The Second Time Around’ and ‘A Night to Remember,’ shaping the sound that would dominate R&B and funk throughout the late 70s and 80s. So, here’s the question: what if Shalamar had stayed together? What if Jody Watley, Jeffrey Daniel, and Howard Hewett, under Leon Sylvers’ visionary production, had continued their run as one of the most dynamic groups in music? Could they have been even bigger than they were? Let’s dive into the legacy, the influence, and the 'what-ifs' of Shalamar. And let’s not forget the genius of Leon Sylvers III, the man who made it all sound so good.

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Leon's bass playing...

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The best lineup of Shalamar: Howard Hewett, Jody Watley and Jeffrey Daniels.