Not the band's first album - as you might think from the "start" in the title - but a classic batch of jazzy, funky, and soulful grooves from The Blackbyrds - one of those combos that few groups could match back in the 70s! The set's got a beautifully put-together feel - tight enough to crossover somewhat big with a larger audience than the group's previous effort - but still filled with the kind of righteous energy that first got them going, a sublime mix of jazzy rhythms and soulful elements, all held together tightly by production from Donald Byrd. Tracks include the big hit "Walking In Rhythm", which was an oft-spun 45 back in the day - plus some great funk moments.
1. I Need You
2. The Baby
3. Love Is Love
4. Blackbyrds' Theme
5. Walking In Rhythm
6. Future Children Future Hopes
7. April Showers
8. Spaced Out
