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May 22, 2026

L’Trimm – Cars With The Boom (US 12″) (1988)

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As Memorial Day weekend arrives in the US, marking the unofficial start of Summer, I thought it would be fun to showcase one of the ultimate late-80s Summer anthems, “Cars With The Boom” by L’Trimm. Few songs capture the feeling of cruising around with friends, windows down, and giant speakers rattling the neighborhood quite like this Miami bass classic.

Released in 1988, “Cars With The Boom” by American hip hop duo L’Trimm became one of the defining records of the Miami bass explosion. Issued on Atlantic Records and Time-X Records as the third single from the duo’s debut album Grab It!, the track was a playful, bass-heavy anthem that perfectly captured late-80s car audio culture and street party energy. Produced by David Stone Klein, the single became L’Trimm’s biggest commercial success, peaking at #54 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #39 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.

Consisting of Bunny D and Lady Tigra, L’Trimm emerged from Miami, Florida during a period when the city’s booming bass scene was starting to gain national attention. Their music combined 808-driven beats, playful rhymes, dancefloor hooks, and enough low-end to rattle car trunks for blocks. “Cars With The Boom” leaned fully into that culture, celebrating loud stereos, customized rides, and neighborhood cruising with an infectious sense of humor.

The track’s minimalist production is pure Miami bass. Heavy Roland 808 drums, simple synth stabs, and repetitive chants created a hypnotic groove that worked as well in clubs as it did blasting from car speakers. Unlike many hip hop records of the era that focused on lyrical complexity, L’Trimm delivered something intentionally fun and carefree. That approach helped the single stand out on radio and in clubs nationwide.

What made “Cars With The Boom” especially memorable was its personality. Bunny D and Lady Tigra traded playful verses and chants that felt spontaneous and unpolished in the best possible way. The chemistry between the two gave the song an authenticity that connected with listeners immediately. Even decades later, the hook remains instantly recognizable.

The music video became equally iconic. Filled with neon colors, customized cars, oversized fashions, and exaggerated humor, it perfectly reflected late-80s street culture and MTV aesthetics. Over time, the video became a cult favorite online and introduced the duo to a new generation of listeners.

The success of “Cars With The Boom” also helped push Miami bass further into the mainstream. At the time, the genre was still largely regional, thriving in Florida clubs and car culture scenes. Songs like this helped pave the way for later bass artists and Southern hip hop acts that would dominate throughout the 1990s and beyond.

The single appeared on the album Grab It!, originally released by Time-X Records before being licensed to Atlantic Records. The album itself reached the Billboard 200 and became a solid representation of the late-80s Miami bass sound.

For collectors, the original 7-inch and 12-inch singles remain sought-after pieces of late-80s hip hop history. The U.S. 7-inch, and 12-inch single featured “Don’t Come To My House” on the B-side.

So as Summer unofficially kicks off this Memorial Day weekend, crank up the volume, roll the windows down, and enjoy one of the most fun and unforgettable bass records of the 1980s. “Cars With The Boom” still sounds like sunshine, hot pavement, and giant speakers shaking the neighborhood.

SIDE A:
Cars With The Boom (Hot Summer Boom Remix) 3:54

SIDE B:
Don’t Come To My House (Cool Summer Remix) 4:27

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

Chart Performance — L’Trimm: The Cars With Boom (1988)
Chart	Peak Position	Date
US Billboard Hot 100	#54	1988
US Billboard Hot R&B / Hip-Hop	#39	1988

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Atlantic – 0-86506
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM
Country: US
Released: 1988
Genre: Electronic, Hip Hop
Style: Bass Music, Electro

CREDITS:

Engineer [Remix] – B. Greenspan*
Producer – Davis Stone Klein*
Recorded By – C. Barwick*
Remix – The Fly Boys
Written-By – E. Cager*, J. Stone* (tracks: A), L. Julian*, P. Klein* (tracks: A), R. DeRougemont*

NOTES:
Remixed from the Atlantic LP 81925 “Grab It!”.
Produced for Hot Productions, Inc.

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Turntable: Technics SL-1200MK7
Cartridge/Stylus: Ortofon Concorde Music Black
Phono Pre-amp: Pro-Ject Tube Box DS2
Phono Tubes: Genalex Gold Lion 12AX7 ECC83/B759 Gold Pins Vacuum Tube – Matched Pair
Audio Interface: MOTU M4
Turntable Isolation Platform: ISO-Tone™ Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro Spin Acrylic Mat
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
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May 21, 2026

Meli’sa Morgan – If You Can Do It: I Can Too!! (US 12″) (1987)

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In 1987, American R&B vocalist Meli’sa Morgan returned with one of the sassiest and most confident singles of her career, “If You Can Do It: I Can Too!!” Taken from her second studio album, Good Love, the track showcased Morgan’s fiery personality and commanding vocal style, continuing her successful run on the R&B charts.

Following the massive success of her breakthrough hit “Do Me Baby,” Morgan quickly established herself as one of the premier female voices in contemporary R&B during the mid-to-late 1980s. “If You Can Do It: I Can Too!!” carried that momentum forward with a bold message of independence and equality wrapped inside a slick funk-driven production.

Produced and written by Paul Laurence Jones, the single blended hard-hitting drum programming, punchy synth bass, and layered backing vocals into an irresistible club-friendly groove. Morgan delivers the lyrics with attitude and confidence, responding to a nightlife-loving partner with a clear statement that she can play the same game just as well. The song’s assertive theme fit perfectly within the era’s growing wave of empowered female R&B anthems. The Los Angeles Times described the track as a “funky bill of rights” aimed at her wandering mate.

“If You Can Do It: I Can Too!!” became one of Morgan’s biggest hits. The single climbed to #2 on the US Billboard R&B chart in 1987, while also crossing over onto the Billboard Dance Chart, where it reached #27. Internationally, the song found success in the UK, peaking at #86 on the UK Singles Chart.

The parent album Good Love further solidified Morgan’s place in late 80s R&B. Released on, the album reached #11 on the US Billboard R&B Albums chart and also included the hit duet “Love Changes,” with Kashif.

Today, “If You Can Do It: I Can Too!!” remains a favorite among fans of classic 80s R&B and dance music. Its infectious groove, sharp production, and Morgan’s powerhouse vocal performance capture everything that made urban contemporary music during this period so exciting. More than three decades later, the song still sounds fresh, fearless, and unmistakably 1987.

SIDE A:
If You Can Do It: I Can Too!! (Extended) 4:50
If You Can Do It: I Can Too!! (Radio Edit) 3:54

SIDE B:
If You Can Do It: I Can Too!! (Club House Mix) 5:02
If You Can Do It: I Can Too!! (Dub Version) 4:25

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

Chart Performance – Meli’sa Morgan: If You Can Do It I Can Too!! (1987)
Chart	Peak Position	Date
US Billboard Hot R&B / Hip-Hop	#2	1987
US Billboard Hot Dance Music / Club Play	#27	1987
UK Singles Chart	#86	1987

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Capitol Records – V-15345
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 45 RPM, Single
Country: US
Released: 1987
Genre: Electronic, Funk / Soul
Style: Contemporary R&B

CREDITS:

Artwork [Logo], Design – Phillis Cuington
Executive-Producer – Beau Huggins
Producer – Paul Laurence
Remix – Ron Banks (2), Zack Vaz
Written-By – Paul Laurence Jones*

NOTES:
From the Melissa Morgan LP “Good Love”

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May 19, 2026

Stevie B – I Wanna Be The One (US 12″) (1988)

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Released in late 1988, “I Wanna Be The One” marked a major turning point for Miami freestyle sensation Stevie B. Issued as the lead single from his second album In My Eyes, the song introduced Stevie B to a much broader audience and became his first U.S. Top 40 hit, climbing to No. 32 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1989. While he had already built a loyal following on dance floors and urban radio, “I Wanna Be The One” helped push freestyle music further into the mainstream during the late 1980s.

Built around shimmering synths, crisp drum programming, and Stevie B’s instantly recognizable emotional vocal delivery, “I Wanna Be The One” perfectly captured the romantic heartbreak that defined much of the freestyle genre. The song’s lyrics tell the story of longing and devotion, themes that resonated strongly with fans and helped establish Stevie B as one of freestyle’s most successful crossover artists.

The single performed especially well on dance and crossover radio stations, where freestyle was thriving alongside dance-pop and contemporary R&B. Its polished production and catchy chorus made it accessible to pop audiences while still maintaining the Latin-influenced electronic sound that freestyle fans loved. The success of “I Wanna Be The One” paved the way for an impressive string of hits that would follow throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, including “In My Eyes,” “Love Me For Life,” and eventually the No. 1 ballad “Because I Love You (The Postman Song).”

Several versions of “I Wanna Be The One” were released across 7-inch, 12-inch, and cassette single formats. The extended 12-inch mixes became especially popular in clubs, offering longer instrumental passages and dancefloor-friendly arrangements that highlighted the song’s layered synth textures and freestyle rhythms.

At a time when freestyle music was exploding in cities like Miami, New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles, Stevie B emerged as one of the genre’s defining voices. “I Wanna Be The One” remains one of his signature recordings and a favorite among fans of classic late-80s dance music. More than three decades later, the song still stands as a timeless example of freestyle’s emotional energy and melodic charm.

SIDE A:
I Wanna Be The One (Radio Mix) 5:05
I Wanna Be The One (Extended Mix) 6:58

SIDE B:
I Wanna Be The One (Blissapella) 5:22
I Wanna Be The One (Percapella) 5:33

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Mint
Sleeve: Mint

Chart Performance — Stevie B: ***I Wanna Be The One*** (1988)
Chart	Peak Position	Date
Canada (RPM Dance / Urban)	#3	1988
US Billboard Hot 100	#32	1988
US Billboard Hot Dance Music / Club Play	#39	1988
US Billboard Hot Dance Music / Maxi-Singles Sales	#12	1988

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: LMR (Lefrak-Moelis Records) – LMR 4003
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM
Country: US
Released: 1988
Genre: Electronic
Style: Freestyle

CREDITS:

Arranged By – Dadgel Atabay, Stevie B
Executive-Producer – Herb Moelis
Lacquer Cut By – Gladys*
Mastered By – Gladys Hopkowitz
Producer, Written-By – Stevie B
Remix – Glenn Gutierrez, Jimmy Starr

NOTES:
Runouts are etched except for the SRC logo which is stamped.

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May 15, 2026

Waterfront – Cry (US 12″) (1989)

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Waterfront was a British pop duo made up of singer Phil Cilia and guitarist Chris Duffy. In 1988, the pair struck gold with their soulful debut single “Cry,” a heartfelt ballad that blended sophisticated pop with blue-eyed soul and a touch of adult contemporary polish. Released from their self-titled debut album, the song became an international hit and remains one of the most memorable one-hit wonders of the late 1980s.

Built around a smooth groove, emotional vocals, and a soaring chorus, “Cry” resonated strongly with radio audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. In the United States, the single climbed all the way to #10 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it Waterfront’s only American chart hit. The song also found success in their home country, reaching #17 on the UK Singles Chart.

What made “Cry” stand out in 1989 was its understated sophistication. While much of pop radio at the time leaned heavily toward flashy production and bombastic hooks, Waterfront delivered something more mature and emotionally grounded. Phil Cilia’s expressive vocal performance gave the song a sincerity that connected immediately with listeners, while Chris Duffy’s tasteful instrumentation added warmth and texture.

The success of “Cry” helped Waterfront gain considerable exposure during the late 1980s, especially in the United States where MTV and adult contemporary radio embraced the single. The duo followed up with additional releases, but none managed to recreate the crossover success of their debut hit.

Listening today, “Cry” still sounds timeless. Its blend of soulful melodies and polished production captures the best elements of sophisticated late-80s pop. For many fans, the track remains a hidden gem of the era, one of those songs that instantly transports you back to a specific moment in time.

Whether you remember hearing it on late-night radio, catching the video on MTV, or discovering it years later, “Cry” remains a beautifully crafted pop song that deserved every bit of its chart success.

SIDE A:
Cry (Extended Version) 7:05
Remix – Bruce Forest

Cry (7″ Version) 3:51

SIDE B:
Cry (Club Mix) 6:32
Edited By – Roger Pauletta
Engineer [Remix] – P. Dennis Mitchell
Keyboards [Additional Programming] – Merv De Teyer
Remix, Producer [Additional Production] – Gail “Sky” King

Cry (Dub) 4:54
Edited By – Roger Pauletta
Engineer [Remix] – P. Dennis Mitchell
Keyboards [Additional Programming] – Merv De Teyer
Remix, Producer [Additional Production] – Gail “Sky” King

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

Chart Performance – Waterfront: Cry (1989)	Peak Position
Canada Top Singles (RPM)	7
Europe (Eurochart Hot 100)	61
Italy Airplay (Music & Media)	18
New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ)	30
UK Singles (OCC)	17
US Billboard Hot 100	10
US Adult Contemporary (Billboard)	2

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: Polydor – 889 251-1
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM, Single
Country: US
Released: 1989
Genre: Electronic, Rock
Style: New Wave, Synth-pop

CREDITS:

Music By – Cilia*
Producer – Glenn Skinner
Written-By, Music By – Chris Duffy

NOTES:
From the Polydor album 422 837 970-1 “WATERFRONT”

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