The O'Jays- The Greatest Hits-LP

• Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
• Label: United Artists Records, Rod Dyer, Inc., United Artists Records, Inc., United Artists Records, Inc., United Artists Records, Inc., Hidle Music, Metric Music, Bar-New Music, Jobete M
• Catalog number: UAS-5655
• Country: US

The O’Jays’ 1972 compilation *The Greatest Hits* gathers early highlights from the group’s pre-philly soul era, including the wistful 1963 track “Lonely Drifter” and the tender ballad “Lipstick Traces (On A Cigarette).” This record offers a window into the soulful roots that shaped their sound before they hit their stride with later classics. It’s a snapshot of their formative years, featuring songs like “Oh, How You Hurt Me” and “Stand Tall” that reveal the emotional depth and vocal interplay the group was honing at the time. The collection’s appeal lies in hearing The O’Jays navigating the rich terrain of early soul, before the era of elaborate production took hold. Pressed in 1972 on vinyl, this LP presents these tracks with a clarity that suits collectors interested in the group’s foundational period. The vinyl is in very good-plus condition, showing a glossy surface with only minor, light marks typical of careful play. This pressing offers a solid opportunity to experience the group’s early work in a tangible format, perfect for those who appreciate the evolution of soul music without the gloss of later decades. If your shelves have a spot for soul history, this one slips in nicely—no drama, just the music. The Greatest Hits - Vinyl, LP, Compilation.