Tuesday, October 7, 2025

The Dazz Band - Invitation to Love

Today Marks The 45th Anniversary of The Dazz Band’s Debut Studio Album “Invitation to Love” Originally Released on October 7, 1980.

“Invitation to Love” is the debut studio album by Cleveland, Ohio R&B/funk band The Dazz Band released in 1980 on Motown Records.

Upon its release the album failed to reach the Billboard charts.

Two songs were released as singles from the album "Shake It Up" and the album’s title track “Invitation to Love"

"Shake It Up" reached #65 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart and at #65 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.

“Invitation to Love" reached #51 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart and at #109 just beneath the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.

This debut album showcases what was to come from the Dazz Band, it displays a balance of soul and funk grooves that remain fresh and captivating, even decades after its release.

Track-listing

1. Shake It Up 5:05

2. Invitation To Love 5:01

3. Magnetized 4:00

4. Hello Girl 4:24

5. Skate Lovers 4:20

6. Carry On 4:24

7. Do It Again 3:58

8. Sooner Or Later 3:42

9. Beyond The Horizon 4:32

By Romie Rome for Musique Funkology ©



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