{"title":"Ronald Louis Smith","description":"\u003cp\u003eRonald Louis Smith was a notable figure in the 1970s and 1980s funk and disco music scenes, known for his soulful vocals and energetic performances. A protégé of Harry Wayne Casey of KC and the Sunshine Band, Smith played a significant role in popularizing the \"Miami Sound,\" a blend of R\u0026amp;B, disco, and funk. His most influential work is probably \"Party Freaks,\" a classic of the genre. His music showcases an innovative use of synthesizers and percussions, which has influenced many subsequent artists in the funk and disco genres.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"come-on-and-do-it-love-talk","title":"Come On And Do It\/ Love Talk","description":"From a warehouse find, this is a new, unplayed stock copy, in its original factory sleeve. I love both of these tracks! With horn charts straight from an Earth, Wind \u0026amp; Fire session, this is a really impressive rarity from the Miami \"Sound of Sunshine\" studios that gave birth to T.K. Records. The flip is a mesmerizing Disco-style track. Note: This copy has pristine vinyl and audio! The labels are very nearly Mint.","brand":"Ronald Louis Smith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48516046422249,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/8508\/9001\/files\/ronaldlouissmith1.jpg?v=1752212522"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.classic45s.com\/collections\/ronald-louis-smith\/jadepuma-year-1970s.oembed","provider":"Classic 45's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}