Best of the Ethics

by The Ethics

Overview

With a sound that neatly bridged classic 1960s Motown with the emerging Philly sound, the Ethics were an unsung vocal group that really deserved wider exposure. Led by the ethereal tenor and solid songwriting skills of Ron Tyson (who became a member of the later-era Temptations), the Ethics produced quality singles for independent labels Wale, Vent, and Golden Fleece in the late '60s, and while they never managed any big hits, in a fair and balanced world they would have. This collection has a remarkable cohesion, and it feels a bit like listening to some alternative version of the classic Eddie Kendricks/David Ruffin lineup of the Temptations. It's difficult to imagine why songs like "Standing in the Darkness," "I Want My Baby Back," "Farewell," "Lonely Hearts," and "Lost in a Lonely World" weren't all over the airwaves. With a longer running time than the collection available from Collectables, this is the one to get if you're curious about this fine quartet. ~ Steve Leggett

Product Details

Release Date:	09/30/2003
Label:	Jamie/Guyden
UPC:	0647780402220
Rank:	72329

Tracks

1. Standing in the Darkness
2. Sad Sad Story
3. That's the Way Love Goes
4. I Want My Baby Back
5. Keep Away from Baby
6. Think About Tomorrow
7. Not Enough Love
8. There'll Be a Sweet Tomorrow
9. Look at Me Now
10. Searching
11. Tell Me
12. Farewell
13. Now Is the Time
14. Lonely Hearts
15. Lost in a Lonely World
16. Standing in the Darkness

Album Credits

Performance Credits

The Ethics   Primary Artist
John Avarese   Horn,Strings

Technical Credits

Greg Vaughn   Mastering
Tom Moulton   Mixing,Mastering
Joseph Freeman   Composer
Ron Tyson   Group Member
Andy "Bike" Collins   Group Member
Carl "Nugle" Enlow   Group Member
Joe Freeman   Group Member
Alfred Smith   Composer