BURNING THE GROUND EXCLUSIVE 1986
“What I Like” is the debut single by dance music group Anthony And The Camp led by producer Anthony Malloy. The group also consists of Crawford Peterson, Henley Goddard, and Linden Aaron. “What I Like” was produced by John “Jellybean” Benitez and spent three weeks at the top of dance charts and was one of the most successful dance single of 1986. It also briefly appeared on the U.S. R&B Singles chart, peaking at number eighty.
The group released a full-length LP titled “Suspense” in 1988.
SIDE A:
What I Like (Extended Dance Mix) 6:35
What I Like (Dance – Appella) 5:29
SIDE B:
What I Like (Dub Version) 5:40
What I Like (Short Version) 4:25
VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint
U.S. CHART HISTORY:
| Year | Single | Chart | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | What I Like | U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Music/Club Play | #1 |
| 1986 | What I Like | U.S. Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop | #80 |
RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Warner Bros. Records – 0-20449
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM
Country: US
Released: 1986
Genre: Electronic, Funk / Soul
Style: Synth-pop, Funk, Garage House
CREDITS:
Arranged By – Anthony And The Camp
Bass – Henley Goddard
Coordinator [Production Coordinator] – Doreen Dorian
Cover [Cover Concept] – Toyce Anderson
Drums – Linden Aaron
Engineer, Mixed By – Doc Dougherty
Engineer, Mixed By [Assistant] – Mark Roule
Lead Vocals – Anthony Malloy
Lyrics By, Music By – Anthony*
Music By – Henley Goddard
Photography By – Uwe Ommer
Producer – John “Jellybean” Benitez
Synthesizer – Crawford Peterson
NOTES:
Recorded At – Sigma Sound Studios, New York
Mixed At – Sigma Sound Studios, New York
Find the 12″ at DISCOGS
VINYL RESTORATION BY:
-DjPaulT
burningtheground.net
EQUIPMENT USED:
Turntable: Pro-Ject Debut Carbon (DC)
Cartridge: Ortofon 2M
Stylus: Ortofon 2M Bronze
Isolation: Auralex Acoustics ISO-Tone Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro-Ject Acryl-It platter
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Phono Pre-amp: Schiit Mani
Soundcard: Novation Audiohub 2×4 Audio Interface
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner
SOFTWARE USED:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 3.0 (Recording)
Down Sampling: iZotope RX Advanced 2, ocenaudio
Artwork Editor: Adobe Photoshop CS5
Click Removal: Manual
FLAC/MP3 Conversion: dBpoweramp
M3U Playlist: Playlist Creator
RESTORATION NOTES:
All vinyl rips are recorded @ 32bit/float
FLAC (Level Eight)
MP3 (320kbps)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi
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Hey Paul,
WOW! This is a great sound. Never heard it before. Thanks for posting Paul. 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂
Kent
You’re welcome Kent 🙂
Thanks for sharing such great music. It is a pleasure to visit your page every day.
I have sent a donation to your paypal account to thank you for your work.
kind regards
Richard G.
You’re welcome Richard 🙂
That’s a big surprise for me. Didn’t know this song and band. But when I read that Jellybean was the producer I was almost sure I would like it. And so it is. Great mixes as always when it comes to Mr Benitez and great feel good song. Thank you Paul for introducing me to Anthony And The Camp.
So very happy that you like it Daniel 🙂
Great track! 👍🏼
Thank you Luis 🙂
classic, thanks!
You’re welcome Martijn “)
Thanks for the rip, Paul! However, I do seriously argue whoever wrote that blurb stating “… and was ranked as the most successful dance single of 1986” There is no way on earth this song was ranked the best dance single of the year. Heck, the song has only appeared on 6 compilation cds since 1986. First, who created the “best dance single of the year” rankings? Next, define “successful” (12″ sales? club play votes? etc). 1986 had a massive amount of talent and great dance hits from artists like Peter Gabriel, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Nu Shooz, and more. I… Read more »
Maybe it was meant to say one of the most successful singles of 1986. I’ll change it to that.
Honestly, I don’t even think any reference would be best. The charts speak for themselves (positively in this case). It’s very subjective unless there are definitions of the claim.
Sorry to be a pest…I’m just very passionate about internet claims. 🙂
Such a feel good song Paul!! I’m smiling like the Cheshire Cat from “Alice In Wonderland.” What a groove. I can see why it stayed at number one on the Dance Chart. But I must admit, embarrassingly so, that I don’t remember the record. I do remember the band’s name, but none of the songs. I can’t believe I don’t know this one. It should have been massive on the pop charts too. Incredible!! And I love the cover as well!! He’s a gorgeous cover model. Thank you Paul for schooling me once again on awesome dance music.
Jeff
I love the vibe of this record too Jeff it really makes you want to dance. That said I can see why it was a huge dance hit 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing this preciousness. Very rare to find on the internet. Better still in 24 bits. Your posts are magnificent. Thank you so much again!!
You’re welcome DJ Macclaud 🙂