Harlem River Drive, a highway in Harlem, let the rich bypass the harsh social realities of 1970s New York. For Eddie Palmieri and many locals, it symbolized modern inequalities. Palmieri's Harlem River Drive group, featuring top - notch musicians from Aretha Franklin's orchestra and important Latin artists, united black and Spanish Harlem through music. This album combines Puerto Rican soul, Spanish Harlem Latin, and New York funk and jazz. With tracks like the guajira - funk title track, “If We Had Peace Today” (straight - ahead soul), “Idle Hands” (funk - guaracha mix), “Broken Home” (Bitches Brew - inspired free jazz), and “Seeds of Life” (funk - mambo mix), it's a hard - grooving record. It was ahead of its time, and its socio - political statements still resonate. This limited - edition, smoke - colored vinyl has 5 tracks, released in 1971 and re - issued by Get On Down in 2025. A must - have for DJs, rare - groove lovers, and underground music fans!
Using this vinyl LP is easy. Just place it on your turntable and gently drop the needle onto the grooves to start enjoying the music. When handling the vinyl, make sure your hands are clean to avoid getting fingerprints on it, which could affect the sound quality. Store the vinyl in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent warping. If it gets dirty, use a soft, anti - static brush to gently clean the grooves. Don't use harsh chemicals or abrasive materials on the vinyl as this can damage it. Enjoy this unique piece of music history responsibly!
