Mr. Wilson definitely found his mark and resurrected his image in our era of popular music, today DJ Synapse proves how he did it. Be on the lookout for his new LP Just Charlie dropping soon.
“he influence of Uncle Charlie Wilson on r&b and hip-hop is extraordinary. From being the main force in the legendary Gap Band, who’s classic songs “Yearnin For Your Love”, “Outstanding” and “Dropped A Bomb On Me” have been sampled in countless hip-hop, r&b and pop songs, to being featured on many newer artist’s current songs. Join DJ Synapse, who takes listeners through some of the greatest Charlie Wilson compisitions and Gap Band songs, and the songs that sampled them, as well as newer songs by Kanye West, T-Pain and Lil Kim that have featured the seminal r&b star.”
Hit the jump for the tracklist and download.
Outstanding: Charlie Wilson & The Gap Band’s Hip Hop Legacy: Mixed By DJ Synapse
