The O'Jays: Family Reunion (Philadelphia International)***
Vivien Goldman, Sounds, 28 February 1976
THERE'S A HIT on this record, in case you're interested 'I Love Music'. I needn't elaborate on that one, as if you're reading this you're almost certain to have heard it. It's meant to be the snazzy high point of the release, the Family Reunion equivalent of 'Money, money, money, money' I guess, and it's a creditable effort, certain hit material, as well as being a joyous celebration blah blah blah.
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