Uptown Festival
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The title track, "Uptown Festival" was recorded at Ike & Tina Turner's Bolic Sound studio.[1] It's a medley of ten Motown classics sung over a 1970s disco beat. The single was a hit in both the US and the UK.[2]
Singles
Two singles were released from the album:
- "Uptown Festival (Part 1)" (US Hot 100 #25, US R&B #10, Australia #20, UK #30)[2]
- "Ooo Baby Baby" (US R&B #59)[3]
Track listing
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Charts
| Chart (1977) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Australia (Kent Music Report)[4] | 27 |
References
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External links
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