Burning The Ground Exclusive 1986
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Originally posted on May 10, 2011
“Freedom Overspill” is a 1986 song by Steve Winwood that reached number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 pop chart. It was the second single released from his fourth solo album, Back in the High Life. It was produced by Russ Titelman and Winwood. James Hooker, Winwood’s touring keyboard player and a former member of the Amazing Rhythm Aces, was credited with co-writing the song with Winwood and George Fleming. In the UK the song reache #69.
It appeared in the 1987 Ridley Scott film Someone to Watch Over Me, as well as the 1987 film Big Shots.
SIDE A:
Freedom Overspill (The Liberty Mix) 7:25
Keyboards [Additional] – Ed Terry
Producer – Russ Titelman
Producer [Additional Production], Remix – Steve Thompson & Michael Barbiero
Freedom Overspill (Dub) 5:56
Keyboards [Additional] – Ed Terry
Producer – Russ Titelman
Producer [Additional Production], Remix – Steve Thompson & Michael Barbiero
SIDE B:
Higher Love (Extended Remix) 7:44
Mixed By – Tom Lord-Alge
Producer – Russ Titelman
Help Me Angel 5:07
VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint
U.S. CHART HISTORY:
| Year | Single | Chart | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Freedom Overspill | U.S. Billboard Hot 100 | #20 |
RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Island Records – 0-20537
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single, SRC
Country: US
Released: 1986
Genre: Rock
Style: Pop Rock
CREDITS:
- Producer – Steve Winwood
NOTES:
Original version available on the Steve Winwood LP “BACK IN THE HIGH LIFE”
Buy the 12″ at DISCOGS
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Love this 12″ — the mix here is so 80”s — probably his best 12″ remix, so much better than the original. I’ve not played this for ages but this really brings back some fond high school memories of when I first started getting 12″ singles. I don’t recall ever hearing any version of this song on the radio. I had a friend who really liked Steve Winwood liked synth bands too like Howard Jones. I made a tape of this one for him as he had no idea that there were 12″ remixes of Steve Winwood: it really blew… Read more »
You’re welcome, Joey I am really glad that it triggered a great memory for you 🙂
Cool – I keep hoping the powers that be will put out some deluxe editions of Steve’s solo LPs (especially Back In The High Life). In the meantime, this is great!
Thank you 🙂
One of the reasons your blog continues to be a favorite I check daily – surprises like this. Thanks a ton, Paul!
You’re very welcome, Grany 🙂
Wow, one of my favorite 12 inchers from Steve Winwood!! Other than what Jeff said, thank you!!
You’re welcome, Retro Hound 🙂
Cue my climax!!! Paul, this is one of my favorite 12-inch mixes!! Had it on vinyl myself and couldn’t believe I missed it here on your site! Thank you for this stellar upgrade!! I feel so giddy with gratitude and I’m sorry I couldn’t comment earlier in the day!!! We had to rush on home because I just had to download this record!! I wish I could give you a giant hug!! You’ve already made my week. Thank you so much, Paul!!! Jeff P.S. Thank you again for The Big Supreme singles last week. I made a CD compilation and… Read more »
You’re very welcome, Jeff. Big Hug 🙂
Woah! I was just looking at this while shopping on Sunday, but ended up passing. Thanks!
You’re welcome, Rock Dawg. Enjoy 🙂
One of my favourite vocalists and these remixes by Steve Thompson & Michael Barbiero are the icing on the cake.
Thanks Paul 🙂
You’re welcome, Marco 🙂
Wowza…love his career! And a mix of Higher Love is like the cherry on top! Fred says it different so that’s cool, it certainly looks like the running time may be longer than what I have! Thanks for another fantastic post!!!
You’re welcome, ING 🙂
Thanks for the awesome post, Paul! This 12 inch and song is very underrated. The higher love remix is different than other higher love remixes with the same mix name. Listen carefully! Thanks so much again!!
You’re welcome, Fred 🙂
Great track from an outstanding album. Kudos to Joe Walsh, his playing on this record is off the hook!