The Patterson Twins
Let Me Be Your Lover
Written-By – Finley Duncan, Ricky Vannoy 5:05
A2 He's A Loser
Written-By – G. Leinenweber, Troy Shondell 5:42
A3 How Long Must The Show Go On
Written-By – Skip Rogers 5:05
A4 A Good Thing
Written-By – Tom Bassfield 2:24
B1 Gonna Find A True Love
Written-By – John Helms, Terry Woodford 4:49
B2 Funk Machine
Written-By – Stan Bell, Troy Shondell 3:06
B3 You Give Me Someone To Love
Written-By – Stan Bell, Troy Shondell 3:52
B4 Disco Dream
Written-By – Troy Shondell 5:01
Label: Commercial – CDC-A784
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1978
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Disco, Funk
The 1978 album Let Me Be Your Lover by the Patterson Twins is a rare, cult-classic modern soul/disco album, highly praised by soul enthusiasts for its deep vocals and the standout track "Gonna Find A True Love". Critical opinions vary, with some reviewers lauding its passionate soulful sound while others find certain tracks, particularly the title song, dated or problematic in their lyrical themes.
The album is considered a quintessential "modern soul" rarity, blending deep Southern soul vocals with the mellow, late 1970s funk and boogie sound. The production quality on reissues is often praised for its excellence.
"Gonna Find A True Love": This track is universally regarded as a masterpiece and a modern soul classic, often cited as the primary reason for the album's high demand and frequent reissues. It has an "uplifting and irresistible" beat.
The album features a mix of groovy dance tracks like "Funk Machine" and ballads such as "He's A Loser". Reviewers note a diverse selection of songs, though some feel a few tracks suffer from generic "disco beat" arrangements.
One critical review notes that two songs, including the title track, use a "creepy" lyrical form that dates back to older blues songs, involving older men singing about underage girls, which can feel out of touch with modern or even contemporary disco-era sensibilities.
Originally released on the obscure Mississippi label Commercial, the album is extremely rare, with original LPs fetching high prices (upwards of £600-£700) online.
Discogs and Amazon user ratings are generally very positive, averaging around 4.4 to 4.6 out of 5 stars, indicating strong appreciation from fans and collectors.
In summary, the album is a must-have for modern soul collectors, primarily for the strength of its standout track and overall soulful vibe, though some lyrical content may be off-putting to some listeners.