Satisfaction Unlimited
Satisfaction Unlimited was a Washington, DC-based R&B/soul group active in the early 1970s. They are best known for their rare 1972 single "Time for Us," which has become a collector's item in Northern Soul circles.
Formed in the vibrant DC soul scene, the group featured vocalist Bob Snow as a key member, who later discussed their music on radio shows like State of Soul. They operated during a peak era for independent soul acts, releasing tracks on small labels amid influences from gospel and uptempo R&B.
Their notable output includes "Time for Us" b/w "Let's Change the Subject (Hot Wax)," pressed in limited quantities around 1972. The A-side gained cult status for its upbeat groove, while Snow's involvement highlights their local studio work.
Satisfaction Unlimited remains obscure, with discographies listed on sites like AllMusic but little mainstream documentation. Tracks occasionally surface in DJ sets or reissues from UK soul labels like Expansion Records, preserving their underground appeal.
Think Of The Children
A2 I Know It's Love (J. Reid, M. Jones, W. Terry 2:30)
A3 Spread Your Love Around (A. Rackey, G. Taylor, W. Terry 2:57)
A4 Let's Change The Subject (R. Wynglas, W. Terry 4:11)
A5 Think Of The Children (A. Rackey, G. Taylor, W. Terry 4:03)
B1 Time For Us (A. Rackey, G. Taylor, W. Terry 3:18)
B2 Somebody Else's Woman (A. Rackey, G. Taylor, W. Terry 2:20)
B3 Why (R. Wynglas, W. Terry 3:17)
B4 Seeing You Through The Eyes Of A Blindman (A. Rackey, G. Taylor, W. Terry 2:35)
B5 Don't Call Me, I'll Call You (A. Rackey, G. Taylor, W. Terry 2:55)
B6 Come On Back (M. Jones, W. Terry 2:13)
Label: Hot Wax – HA 716
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1972
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Funk
The 1972 album Think Of The Children by Satisfaction Unlimited is considered a rare soul/R&B classic coveted by serious genre collectors, with reviewers praising its "funky rhythms, rich harmonies, and a timeless message".
The album is described as a transitional work in early-'70s R&B, blending lush vocal harmonies with tight, propulsive grooves. It captures a specific moment in Detroit soul legacy, moving the group from a "peppy girl group" sound (referencing their past as The Satisfactions) to a funkier, classier vibe with social commentary in the lyrics.
"Bright City Lights": This opening track is frequently highlighted as a standout, described as an "incredible soul/R&B classic" that evokes the feeling of an impoverished inner city in the early 1970s and contains "everything that made Motown great".
"Let's Change The Subject": Reviewers call this a "monster club cut". "Come On Back" and the title track, "Think Of The Children", are also noted as masterful classics.
The album is generally seen as an under-appreciated "lost opportunity" that deserved more commercial success. It is noted for its earnest conviction, innovative arrangements, and emotionally resonant music, making it a valuable listen for vintage soul fans.