1: Armed & Extremely Dangerous (2:46) 2: One Step Away (3:09) 3: Smarty Pants (2:36) 4: This Little Woman (3:46) 5: Guilty (4:48) 6: Wake Up To Me (3:44) 7: A Boy Named Junior (3:40) 8: All I Need Is Time (4:46) 9: Guess What Mary Jones Did (4:06) 10: This Is The House (Where Love Died) (2:56) 11: You've Been Doin' Wrong For So Long (3:59) 12: Love And Happiness (3:16) 13: Runnin' Out Of Fools (3:30) 14: You Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth (5:43)
Description:
Tracks 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 10, 12 and 13 are from the album Armed And Extremely Dangerous. The one track missing from the first album is "Newsy Neighbors."
Track 12 "Love and Happiness" is the 7" edit, not the original 6:57 LP version.
Tracks 5, 8, 9, 11 and 14 are from the second First Choice LP The Player.
Track 14 "You Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth" is 5:43. The time listed on the original listings for the LP version on The Player is 4:44.
"Armed & Extremely Dangerous" on CD presents the breakthrough sound of First Choice, one of the most influential female vocal groups in 1970s soul, disco and Philadelphia dance music. Centered around their classic hit title track, this edition captures the group's signature mix of driving grooves, lush arrangements and powerful, emotive harmonies. Listeners can expect a blend of early disco, Philly soul, and dance-floor-ready tracks that combine orchestral elegance with a raw, streetwise energy. The production highlights tight rhythm sections, sweeping strings and vibrant brass, creating an irresistible atmosphere for both focused listening and DJ use. As a CD release, the album benefits from clear, balanced sound and the convenience and durability of the format, making it ideal for collectors, DJs, and fans of classic soul and disco who want a reliable physical edition for their library.
First Choice emerged from Philadelphia and quickly became a key name in the development of disco and dance music. With their powerful lead vocals, rich backing harmonies and a knack for memorable hooks, they scored club and chart successes during the 1970s and early 1980s. The group is especially loved in the soul and disco community for their anthemic, dance-floor-oriented tracks, many of which became favorites among DJs and collectors. Their work helped shape the sound of Philly disco and influenced later generations of house and dance producers who sampled and reinterpreted their music. While "Armed & Extremely Dangerous" is most strongly associated with its iconic title song, the group's broader catalogue has secured them a lasting place in dance music history.
The manufacturer, Msi Music/super D, is known in the trade as a distributor and supplier of music titles, focusing on making catalog and genre releases available to a wide audience. Through cooperation with labels and rights holders, they specialize in bringing both well-known classics and harder-to-find recordings back into circulation. By issuing titles like "Armed & Extremely Dangerous" on CD, Msi Music/super D supports the preservation of important works from the disco and soul eras and ensures that fans and collectors can continue to access these recordings in high-quality physical form. Their role in catalog distribution makes them an important partner for retailers, libraries and enthusiasts who value long-term availability of essential recordings.
Overall, this CD edition of "Armed & Extremely Dangerous" is aimed at lovers of 1970s soul and disco, as well as anyone interested in the roots of modern dance music. It is suitable both as a listening album at home and as a source of club-proven tracks for DJs and collectors who appreciate the driving Philadelphia sound and the vocal strength of First Choice.
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