
5 April 1988 · 39 YEARS
Stronger Than Pride
Sade
Recorded in the Bahamas, the band focused on sophisticated arrangements and a spacious production style. This approach allowed the subtle interplay between percussion and brass to breathe alongside velvet vocals.
Smooth jazz textures blend with funk-infused soul to create a specific mood. The album prioritizes a clean, focused sound that defined the quiet storm format of the era.