Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Expanded Reissue of Silver Conventions’ Eurodisco Classic 'Save Me'

Omnivore Recordings and Good Time Records are set to transport music enthusiasts back in time with an expanded reissue of Silver Convention's iconic debut, "Save Me," scheduled for release on March 29.

This reissue treats fans to five bonus tracks, including both commercial and promotional 12” mixes of renowned songs like the ever-popular "Fly Robin Fly." The packaging meticulously replicates the original international cover art, with the U.S. artwork featured inside. Accompanying the musical journey is a 12-page color booklet adorned with captivating photos and ephemera, complemented by Joe Marchese's insightful liner notes, delving into the project's origin and its transformation into a global hit record.

Silver Convention, named after songwriter Sylvester Levay's nickname "Silver," emerged from Munich, Germany, capturing the music scene's attention in 1975 with their rendition of "Save Me." This track, initially sold at MIDEM, the international music business conference, became the title piece of their debut album. Remarkably, the album soared to #1 on the Billboard R&B chart and #10 on the Pop chart, marking the world's introduction to "The Munich Sound," a precursor to the Eurodisco phenomenon.

Thesecond single from the album, the chart-topping "Fly Robin Fly," solidified Silver Convention's place in music history. Not only did it dominate the disco charts for three consecutive weeks, but it also repeated the feat on the pop charts the following month. The single achieved unparalleled success, selling over one million copies and earning the prestigious gold disc from R.I.A.A. in December 1975. To cap off its achievements, "Fly Robin Fly" secured the title of Best R&B Instrumental Performance at the 1976 Grammy Awards, becoming the band's signature song. Get ready to relive the magic of Silver Convention's groundbreaking debut with this meticulously curated reissue.

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