Heartbeat - Taana Gardner - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Taana Gardner’s ‘Heartbeat,’ released in 1981, stands as a cornerstone of New York’s post-disco era—a time when dancefloors were evolving, and DJs were searching for new grooves beyond the mainstream. Anchored by its iconic bassline and Gardner’s sultry, unhurried vocals, the title track became an instant classic at legendary clubs like Paradise Garage. What sets ‘Heartbeat’ apart isn’t just its irresistible groove, but its subtle innovation: it slows the pace, stretching out the funk and giving space for emotion and atmosphere to bloom. This approach quietly influenced generations of producers, its DNA echoing in hip hop, house, and R&B for decades (Grandmaster Flash’s ‘The Message’ and Ini Kamoze’s ‘Here Comes the Hotstepper’ both sampled it). Beyond the title track, the album offers a snapshot of NYC’s dance underground at its creative peak, with every cut radiating warmth and soul. For collectors and listeners alike, ‘Heartbeat’ isn’t just a nostalgia trip—it’s a blueprint for modern dance music and an essential piece of vinyl history. Owning this LP means connecting with a pivotal moment when dance music dared to slow down yet kept hearts racing. Track List: A - Heartbeat (Club Version) - 9:56 B - Heartbeat (Party Version) - 6:30