Barry White's studio ensemble delivers a masterclass in funk, soul, and disco orchestration on their 1974 single "White Gold." The track is notable for its smooth, string-laden sound that would define the disco era.
- Released in 1974, "White Gold" reached number 8 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
- The single was produced by Barry White, who also wrote the track with bassist Don Peake.
- The song features a prominent string section, a hallmark of The Love Unlimited Orchestra's sound.
The Love Unlimited Orchestra was a studio-created ensemble backing Barry White and his vocal group Love Unlimited. Formed in 1972, the orchestra was largely a vehicle for arranger and conductor Paul Riser's lush, string-heavy arrangements.
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