Patrice Rushen – Patrice (Vinyl LP | NL Original | 1978)

Patrice Rushen – Patrice (1978) is the Los Angeles pianist and singer's first album for Elektra – at a time when she was already established as a jazz musician. It blends jazzy funk, silky disco grooves and soulful ballads. Tracks include "Music Of The Earth", "Hang It Up" and "Didn't You Know".

On offer is the Dutch original pressing from 1978 on Elektra (ELK 52104) with original inner sleeve (OIS).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Elektra – ELK 52104
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: NL – Original
• Country: Netherlands
• Released: 1978
• Genre: Funk, Disco, Soul, Jazz-Funk – more in Soul / Funk
• Features: OIS (original inner sleeve)

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG (sticker torn off on front, shelf wear)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Music Of The Earth (3:58)
2. When I Found You (5:20)
3. Changes (In Your Life) (4:08)
4. Wishful Thinking (5:08)
5. Let's Sing A Song Of Love (3:43)

Side B

1. Hang It Up (5:11)
2. Cha-Cha (3:22)
3. It's Just A Natural Thing (3:20)
4. Didn't You Know (5:17)
5. Play! (4:36)

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, according to the listing this is the Dutch original pressing from 1978 on Elektra.

What does Patrice sound like?
A mix of jazz-funk, disco and soul ballads, carried by Patrice Rushen's piano and vocals.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Soul / Funk collection.