Nathaniel Best - Set Your House In Order

Nathaniel Best – Set Your House In Order | Gospel Soul, Disco & Boogie 12 Inch Vinyl LP

Cat No: CERLP002
Label: Celestial Echo
Genre: Disco, Boogie, Gospel
Spec: Picture Sleeve
Disc Colour: Black
Format: 12 Inch Vinyl LP

Description:

Nathaniel Best – Set Your House In Order sees a sought-after 1986 gospel soul album finally return to circulation, reissued by Celestial Echo Records. Originally released on Nevada's Spirit Records, this remarkable LP blends uplifting gospel vocals with warm analogue synthesizers, drum machines, infectious basslines and soulful arrangements, creating a distinctive sound that bridges classic 80s gospel, modern soul and boogie. Featuring the powerful and heartfelt vocals of Nathaniel Best, this long-awaited reissue brings an increasingly hard-to-find album back to a new generation of soul and disco collectors.

Born into a musical world shaped by gospel, Nathaniel Best developed his talents from an early age, recording music as a young singer and playing piano in church. His musical journey included performing with the Love Center Choir under Bishop Walter Hawkins, alongside later work with legendary acts including The O'Jays and The Fairfield Four. These deep gospel roots are at the heart of Set Your House In Order, with Best's commanding lead vocals complemented by rich group harmonies and uplifting arrangements. The result is an album that captures the warmth and spiritual conviction of traditional gospel while embracing the electronic instrumentation and dancefloor sensibilities of the mid-80s.

Among the standout moments, 'Call Him' is an irresistible gospel boogie dancer, driven by bright rhythms, infectious energy and uplifting vocals, making it a perfect addition to modern soul and boogie DJ sets. At the other end of the spectrum, the beautiful title track 'Set Your House In Order' delivers a deeply moving, downtempo soul experience, with a slow-burning groove and heartfelt vocal performance. Across the LP, tracks including 'We Need Love', 'Spend My Life Loving You' and 'Thank You Father' further demonstrate the album's remarkable range, balancing uplifting gospel energy with beautifully understated soul moments.

Original copies of Set Your House In Order have long been difficult to find, earning the album a special reputation among dedicated gospel soul, modern soul and boogie vinyl collectors. More than simply a collection of sought-after tracks, this is a complete and beautifully varied LP with genuine musical depth, from dancefloor-ready gospel funk to intimate, slower soul arrangements. A very welcome reissue from Celestial Echo Records and an essential opportunity to discover one of the more elusive sounds of 1980s gospel soul. Buy or cry.

Perfect for DJs and collectors searching for gospel soul vinyl, 80s boogie records, modern soul LPs and uplifting disco-influenced gospel music. Nathaniel Best – Set Your House In Order is an essential addition to any collection exploring rare gospel, soulful boogie and the deeper sounds of vintage dance music.

Tracklist:

A1 - We Need Love
A2 - Set Your House In Order
A3 - Do Not Pass Me By
A4 - Jesus Is Coming
A5 - The Blood Will Never Lose It
B1 - Spend My Life Loving You
B2 - Thank You Father
B3 - Why Hinder Me
B4 - Call Him
B5 - Let Him Be The One
B6 - Lovely Leah

Why Buy This Vinyl?

• Long-awaited reissue of Nathaniel Best – Set Your House In Order, originally released in 1986 on Spirit Records of Nevada.
• Rare and sought-after blend of gospel soul, 80s boogie, disco and modern soul, featuring warm synths, drum machines and uplifting vocal arrangements.
• Features the standout gospel boogie dancer 'Call Him' and the beautiful downtempo soul title track 'Set Your House In Order'.
• Recorded by gospel vocalist Nathaniel Best, whose musical history includes the Love Center Choir, Bishop Walter Hawkins, The O'Jays and The Fairfield Four.
• Essential for collectors of rare gospel vinyl, modern soul, 80s boogie and vintage disco-influenced records.
• A complete 11-track gospel soul vinyl LP reissue from Celestial Echo Records, bringing a hard-to-find album back into circulation.