{"product_id":"kool-and-the-gang-live-at-the-sex-machine-lp-7122026","title":"Kool and the Gang - Live at the Sex Machine - LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eLive at the Sex Machine captures Kool \u0026amp; the Gang in a fiery live set from May 1970, recorded at the Philadelphia club that gave the album its name. This record showcases the band’s early fusion of funk and R\u0026amp;B, blending originals with spirited covers that highlight their dynamic stage presence. The cover art, designed by Douglas Flake with photography by Elliot Kaufman, adds a visual edge that complements the music’s raw energy. Its popularity is underscored by a long run on the Billboard R\u0026amp;B Albums chart, reaching as high as No. 6. This 1971 pressing offers a solid vintage listening experience for those interested in the band’s formative live sound. The vinyl grades as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/blogs\/news\/how-we-grade-vinyl-records-at-the-den\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVG\u003c\/a\u003e, indicating it plays well but shows some surface wear and may have occasional background noise. It’s a practical choice for collectors or fans who want to explore this snapshot of Kool \u0026amp; the Gang’s club-era vibe without hunting for a perfect copy. After all, some records reveal their true groove not just in the grooves but in the stories they carry. Unknown Artist.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Den Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"VG \/ VG+ \/ 1971","offer_id":53205157904700,"sku":"12789286399958","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/Ni5qcGVn_be00b9a8-0bc6-4b6e-a9c2-86d1c001329a.jpg?v=1783892292","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/kool-and-the-gang-live-at-the-sex-machine-lp-7122026","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}