Third World - Now That We Found Love (12" Single) (1978) Vinyl • Reggae Fusion

Catalog Number: ISD-8662

Record Grading: Excellent (EX), Sleeve Grading: Excellent (EX)

Condition Details:

Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). 12" Single. Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing (front/back); section of shrink missing from the right side of front. Inner-sleeve is original (generic white). Spine has no text and shows little wear. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening shows signs of use with divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

• Now That We Found Love
• One Cold Vibe (Couldn't Stop Dis Ya Boogie)

About The Record:

Now That We Found Love, by Third World, released in 1978 by Island Records, is a reggae-disco cover of the O'Jays' 1973 soul classic from their album Ship Ahoy. This single, featured on Third World's third album Journey to Addis, became a significant crossover hit, peaking at No. 10 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 47 on the US Billboard Hot 100, while reaching No. 9 on the Hot Soul Singles chart. Its infectious blend of reggae rhythms and disco grooves marked a pivotal moment in reggae's global reach, helping Third World gain international recognition and paving the way for future reggae fusion hits. The track's historical significance lies in its role as a bridge between reggae and mainstream pop, influencing later covers, notably Heavy D & the Boyz's 1991 hit version. The 12" vinyl release, praised for its immaculate pressing and extended mix with an acapella intro and drum solo, remains a beloved classic among DJs and reggae enthusiasts.