Strut presents an exclusive reissue of Experience Unlimited’s 1977 debut album, Free Yourself, featuring a brand new interview with bandleader and co-founder ‘Sugar Bear.` This seminal recording blends soul, jazz, and funk-rock, laying the foundation for Washington D.C.'s go-go scene. Classic Washington D.C. debut album by one of go-go music’s biggest bands Features ‘Hey You’ used by New Balance on their 2022 World Cup ad campaign Features new interview with bandleader Gregory “Sugar Bear” Elliott Fully remastered by The Carvery Complete original artwork including cover painting by Malik Edwards
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September 20, 2024
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