The sound of a decade. Groove, soul, and funk at their finest.

The Commodores were one of Motown's defining acts of the 1970s and early '80s — a band that could make you dance one moment and reach for a tissue the next. Led by Lionel Richie alongside William King, Thomas McClary, Walter Orange, Ronald LaPread, and Milan Williams, they mastered the rare art of blending hard funk with lush ballads, earning them a devoted following that crossed every demographic.

Greatest Hits (1978, Motown M7-912R1) captures the peak of that run — a carefully curated collection that showcases both sides of the band's identity. Highlights include the irresistible funk of Brick House and Too Hot ta Trot, the smooth mid-tempo groove of Easy, and the sweeping romanticism of Three Times a Lady, which hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. It's a record that defined what Motown sounded like in the late '70s and remains an essential addition to any soul or funk collection.

Catalog & Pressing Details:

• Label: Motown
• Catalog: M7-912R1
• Side A Matrix: M7-912-R1-A T.L.C.
• Format: 12" vinyl LP

Record Condition:

• Carefully cleaned with a Spin-Clean record washer
• Stored in a new plastic inner sleeve
• Minor surface scuffs visible
• Played flawlessly on a quality turntable — no skips; minor pops and crackles noted
• Plays: VG+

Jacket Condition: G

• Wear consistent with age and handling, as shown in photos
• Bottom glue has started to let go

All sales final on used vinyl. Condition assessed to the best of our ability.