1971 Dutch pressing in beautiful condition.

Here's a strong example of music made in Detroit that didn't come out of the famed Hitsville Studios. The Honey Cone was the answer to Motown's Supremes. But they were more than Brand X imitators; they were a trio of veteran vocalists, session singers, who brought their individual talents together to form a formidable musical trio.

This solid Honey Cone collection kicks off with "One Monkey Don't Stop No Show," which, along with "Don't Count Your Chickens Before They Hatch," is one of many songs that Invictus/Hot Wax writers wrote from old sayings. "Want Ads" and "Stick Up," which both placed high in the charts, are infectious, overpowering gems, while the rolling ballad "The Day I Found Myself" is the perfect vehicle for Edna Wright, Carolyn Willis, and Shellie Clark's top-shelf vocals. Lesser-known tracks like "All the King's Horses, All the Kings Men" and "VIP" (also recorded by the Glass House) are great additions.

All in all, Soulful Tapestry is a prime example of early Seventies soul music, exquisitely sung by a delicious trio of soulful sisters.