Dick Jensen

Released in 2010 by Philadelphia International Records, this self-titled collection serves as a retrospective of Dick Jensen's work, primarily focusing on his mid-1970s recordings. Jensen, a versatile Hawaiian-born performer known for his powerful blue-eyed soul vocals and stage presence, had been signed to the legendary Philly soul label during its prime, though his solo output was often overshadowed by the label's more commercially dominant acts. This archival release was designed to preserve his tenure at the label, capturing the sophisticated, string-laden, and rhythmic production style characteristic of the Philadelphia sound during the era.

The curation of this release reflects the label's interest in archiving its diverse catalog for contemporary listeners, highlighting Jensen's ability to transition from rock and roll influences to the polished R&B arrangements pioneered by producers like Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. The album design maintains a minimalist, functional aesthetic intended to frame the historical significance of these tracks. It was received by fans of Philadelphia soul as a long-overdue documentation of an artist whose dynamic live performances and recordings were previously difficult to access in a consolidated digital format.