Commodores – Heroes (VG/VG+) – LP, US 1980

Heroes is an LP by Commodores from 1980 released on the Motown label.

About this album

Heroes is a strong late-period Commodores album that folds smooth R&B, gospel feeling and polished funk into a set of uplifting songs. Issued in 1980, it shows the group refining the soulful sound that had already made them one of Motown’s most successful acts, while leaning into spiritual themes and melodic hooks. The title track and closing ‘Jesus Is Love’ give the record real emotional weight, balancing celebration with devotion. As the band moved through the post-Lionel Richie era, Heroes captured their gift for memorable choruses, tight ensemble singing and crossover appeal.

Genre: Soul & Funk