Original 1973 U.S. pressing of Black & Blue by Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes, released on Philadelphia International Records (KZ 32407) and distributed by CBS.
Features the hit single “The Love I Lost,” often cited as one of the first disco records, along with “Satisfaction Guaranteed (Or Take Your Love Back)” and “It All Depends on You.”
Label: classic yellow Philadelphia International with red “PIR” logo.
Matrix PAL-32407-2 C confirms a very early lacquer cut and first-run pressing. Produced by Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff, this LP embodies the lush orchestral soul sound that defined the Philly era.