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THE MIXTAPE CLUBToastIt's Just An Illusion
From the vaults of New Jersey producer Randy Irwin, Toast’s ’It’s Just An Illusion’ was a 1983 released project made up of Baltimore singer-songwriters and well-known New York session players. A top-end independent production, the single is recognised for its musical appeal and rarity in equal measure amongst soul collectors and music lovers alike. Produced and funded by Randy Irwin for his NY-based Charm City imprint, it was the label’s only release
Singers William ‘Toast’ McClain and Vito Ales hailed from Baltimore, whilst everybody else on the track was from New York. Musicians included co-writer, singer and reeds man Larry Smith, his cousin Jeff Smith (Family Stand), and Tyrone Cox (Crown Heights Affair) of Brooklyn-based production trio Smithcox Organization with a rhythm section that boasted drummer Harvey Grate from infamous Queens funk outfit, The Firebolts. Available now on Backatcha Records.