Tag Charles Wright and the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band

“Express Yourself” (Charles Wright and the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band)

Express Yourself

Today’s classic early ’70s song of the day is “Express Yourself” by Charles Wright and the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band. Released in August of 1970, this funky little tune peaked at #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #3 on Billboard’s R&B chart. It was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group…

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“Love Land” (Charles Wright and the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band)

Love Land, Charles Wright

Your classic 1970 soul song of the day is “Love Land” by Charles Wright and the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band. The track was recorded late in 1969 and released in January 1970. The tune hit #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 (and #23 on Billboard’s R&B chart) the week of July 18. Like all of the band’s music, “Love…

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