Sade - Lovers Rock (Half Speed Master)

Lovers Rock is Sade's fifth album, originally released in 2000. The album was a departure from their initial sound. It is named after a style of romantic reggae music, and inspired by reggae, dub, and neo-soul. The album was recorded after an eight year hiatus and much of the lyrics are based on Sade's experiences in that time. Highlights include the singles "By Your Side" and "King of Sorrow", plus other fan favourites like "Flow" and "Somebody Already Broke My Heart".

The vinyl audio uses high resolution digital transfers of the stereo master mixes, from the original studio recordings, remastered at half-speed at Abbey Road Studios. The elaborate, half-speed mastering process has produced exceptionally clean and detailed audio whilst remaining faithful to the band's intended sound. No additional digital limiting was used in the mastering process, so the album benefits from the advantage of extra clarity and pure fidelity, preserving the dynamic range of the original mixes.

The original album sleeve and packaging elements have been meticulously reproduced in exact detail with authentic paper and printing methods.

Heavyweight vinyl produced by Legacy in 2024. 

TRACKLISTING:

1. By Your Side
2. Flow
3. King of Sorrow
4. Somebody Already Broke My Heart
5. All About Our Love
6. The Sweetest Gift
7. Every Word
8. Immigrant
9. Lovers Rock
10. It's Only Love That Gets You Through