The S.O.S. Band's 1986 album, Sands of Time, showcased a more polished, contemporary R&B sound compared to their earlier funk and disco work. The album featured production by the iconic Jam & Lewis, marking a significant shift in their musical direction.
- Sands of Time was the band's sixth album and marked a new chapter in their career, with production entirely handled by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis.
- The album spawned the hit single "The Finest," which reached number two on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
- The S.O.S. Band continued to chart throughout the 1980s, but Sands of Time is often cited as a fan favorite for its sophisticated production and mature sound.
The S.O.S. Band is a funk and R&B band from Atlanta, Georgia, known for their string of hits in the 1980s. Sands of Time was released at a time when the band was transitioning their sound to incorporate more contemporary R&B and dance-pop elements.
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