Burning The Ground Exclusive 1986
“Talk To Me” is the solo debut single by American R&B singer Chico DeBarge formerly of the family group DeBarge. “Talk To Me” was released by Motown Records in 1986. The song debuted on the US Billboard Hot 100 on November 8, 1986 peaking at #21 on February 21, 1987 after spending twenty weeks on the survey. “Talk To Me” was also a top ten US R&B hit peaking at #7. In the UK “Talk To Me” reached #88 on the UK singles chart.
The song was taken from his eponymous debut album.
SIDE A:
Talk To Me (12″ Version) 7:04
Co-producer [Associate Producer] – Nick Mundy, Paul Fox
Engineer [Remix] – David Bianco
Producer – Skip Drinkwater
Remix – Paul Fox, Skip Drinkwater
Remix [Assistant] – Steve Dubin
Written-By – F. Golde, N. Mundy, P. Fox*
SIDE B:
If It Takes All Night 3:39
Producer –Chico DeBarge, Curtis Anthony Nolen
Written-By – C. DeBarge, D. DeBarge
VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint
U.S. CHART HISTORY:
| Year | Single | Chart | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Talk To Me | U.S. Billboard Hot 100 | #21 |
| 1986 | Talk To Me | U.S. Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop | #7 |
RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Motown – 4567 MG
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM
Country: US
Released: 1986
Genre: Electronic, Funk / Soul
Style: Synth-pop
CREDITS:
Executive-Producer – Steve Buckley (2)
Mastered By – Greg Fulginiti
NOTES:
Produced for Brooke Productions, Inc.
Remixed at Yamaha International Recording, Glendale, California
Mastered at Artisan Sound, Hollywood, California
Album Version om “CHICO DeBarge”
Buy the 12″ at DISCOGS
VINYL TRANSFER & AUDIO RESTORATION:
-DjPaulT
burningtheground.net
THE GEAR:
Turntable:Technics SL-1200MK7
Cartridge/Stylus: Ortofon 2M Black PnP MkII
Turntable Isolation Platform: ISO-Tone™ Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro Spin Acrylic Mat
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Phono Pre-amp: Pro-Jec Tube Box DS2
DAC: Alpha Design Labs GT40a USB DAC
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner
SOFTWARE:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 3.0 (Recording)
Down Sampling/Dither: iZotope RX Advanced 2
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)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi
**24bit FLAC Only Available For Seven Days!
Password: burningtheground
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Wow, Paul, you’ve been on a roll this past week. One day I was reminiscing with Whitney Houston and suddenly there’s a slew of 1986 RB releases that need my immediate attention. A nice “problem” to have, to be sure.
A mere “thank you” can hardly suffice, but it’s all I’m able to manage at this point in the month. Cheers!
I adore this song! Clearly inspired by Jam And Lewis’ work. I would love to see more DeBarge getting the BTG treatment. The Bad Boys album from 87 had some great singles with mixes that are difficult to locate. Thanks a million… as always.
You’re welcome 🙂
Thank you very much Paul!!
You’re welcome 🙂
I had no idea there was a 12” version. I have the album since release and still play it regularly.
Thanks Paul 🙂
You’re welcome 🙂
Thanks for the great rip, Paul! Although not a giant hit back then, I remember it well and always loved the beat! It’s very similar to Jam & Lewis and Janet’s Control album. I also could have sworn there was a Dub of this but after scouring Discogs apparently, not. 🙁 My favorite memory of this track still after all these years is the inclusion in the Ultimix 1986 Flashback Medley. Here is the link and the song comes in about 20 seconds later. 🙂 Thanks again, Paul!! https://youtu.be/lSlFQMoObdQ?t=504
I thought you might chime in on this one, Fred really glad you like it. I was really surprised this did not get more mixes or even make it on to the dance chart. Thanks for the Ultimix link 🙂
And the smiles keep coming!!! Oh Paul, I was filled with an exhilaration when this came into my screen!! I immediately started to sing it right away. This was a personal favorite of mine, back in the day. Still, I’m quite surprised that the song didn’t get much higher or well-known like I think it deserved. The track was massive in New York. Our dance music station at the time, Hot 103.5 did something extraordinary with the record. Although there wasn’t a thing specifically called a “mash-up” at the time, Hot 103 had a mix that would incorporate Janet Jackson’s… Read more »
Thank you, Jeff I loved when they would do those mix shows back in the 80s they were so creative. I also appreciate your enthusiasm very each record I post it’s great that you broaden your mind and are open to even records you are not familiar with. 🙂
lol correct! It looks exactly like a DeBarbe lol