{"title":"Artist: The Friends Of Distinction","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Friends Of Distinction, a notable vocal group from the late 1960s, is celebrated for their blend of rhythm and blues, soul, and sunshine pop. Known for hits like \"Grazing in the Grass\" and \"Going in Circles,\" their signature sound features rich harmonies that are sure to captivate collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo begin your collection, look for records from their active years between 1969 and 1973, which showcase their musical evolution. The Den carries a rotating selection of used The Friends Of Distinction vinyl, offering a unique chance to discover these soulful gems.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-friends-of-distinction-highly-distinct-lp-101726-den00001284","title":"The Friends Of Distinction - Highly Distinct - LP","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e RCA Victor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e LSP-4212\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHighly Distinct by The Friends Of Distinction offers a focused listening experience rooted in acoustic ensemble interplay, where smooth vocal harmonies glide over subtle instrumentation. Tracks like \"Workin' On A Groovy Thing\" and \"We Got A Good Thing Goin\" showcase the group's knack for blending soulful melodies with a laid-back, intimate vibe that invites close attention rather than background noise. The album’s sound fits neatly between polished soul and gentle pop, making it a rewarding listen for those who appreciate finely crafted vocal arrangements. This 1969 pressing presents the album on vinyl with a clean, glossy surface showing only minor light marks typical of careful previous play. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/blogs\/news\/how-we-grade-vinyl-records-at-the-den\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVG++\u003c\/a\u003e condition means you can expect a very pleasant spin without distracting noise from the disc itself. It’s a solid example for anyone wanting to explore The Friends Of Distinction beyond their better-known hits. If your collection enjoys vocal groups that don’t shout but rather whisper their way into your ear, this record holds its own—and proves that sometimes being “highly distinct” means subtlety is the sharpest edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-track-listing=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrack listing \u0026amp; samples\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Friends Of Distinction - Highly Distinct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's Just A Game Love\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe Got A Good Thing Goin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkin' On A Groovy Thing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's A Wonderful World\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's Sunday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy Did I Lose You\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight My Fire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis Generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet Yourself Go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embeds\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/0iZzR3Q9SgIU8x8r4Jux4u\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Den Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"VG++ \/ VG+ \/ 1969","offer_id":67731475956028,"sku":"DEN00001284","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/NzItOTE2MS5qcGVn.jpg?v=1792196335"}],"url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/collections\/artist-the-friends-of-distinction.oembed","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}