The Golden Gate Quartet ‎– The Best Of The Golden Gate Quartet (LP)

The Best Of The Golden Gate Quartet stands as a definitive sonic monument to the group that permanently changed the landscape of American vocal music. Originally released in 1965, this compilation captures the group’s transition from strict church-bound spirituals into a sophisticated, highly rhythmic vocal jazz and jubilee style.

What makes this record universally captivating is its showcase of the group's pioneering "vocal-rhythm" technique. Long before modern beatboxing or contemporary a cappella existed, the Golden Gate Quartet used their voices, syncopated handclaps, and percussive breathing to mimic horns, double basses, and steam trains. This LP bridges the gap between 19th-century traditional spirituals and modern 20th-century rhythm and blues.

Label: Columbia

Country: Netherlands

Media Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Sleeve Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Plays fine but has some superficial hairlines