The Real Chuckeeboo

The Real Chuckeeboo 1988 is an album by influential Soul group Loose Ends (band). It was their fourth and final album featuring the original members Carl McIntosh, Jane Eugene and Steve Nichol. Aimed firmly at the U.S market it is viewed by many Loose Ends fans as their finest effort. Mainly written and produced by Loose Ends and co- produced by long time collaborator Nic Martinelli it also features contributions by Soul legend Leon Ware noted for his outstanding work with Marvin Gaye, Minnie Riperton and many others.

Track listing

# "Watching You" (4:38)
# "Gratitude" (5:21)
# "The Real Chuckeeboo" (11:00)
# "Life" (4:08)
# "What Goes Around Comes Around" (5:02)
# "Easier Said Than Done" (5:40)
# "Hungry" (4:57)
# "Is It Ever Too Late?" (4:54)
# "Remote Control" (5:15)
# "Until a Tear Becomes a Rose" (6:54)
# "Too Much" (4:05)
# "Johnny Broadhead Pt. 1" (6:30)

Additional Info

The cover photography was shot on the beaches of Necker Island own by former Virgin Records boss Richard Branson.

Caron Wheeler makes an appearance as a backing vocalist, this was just prior to her considerable success with Soul II Soul.

* Track 5 Written by Loose Ends/ Ray Shell, Track 6 Written by Loose Ends/ Leon Ware, Track 8 Written by Loose Ends/ Sam Bergliter/ Steven Dante

Chart Positions

The Real Chuckeeboo (MCA) - UK #52, US #80, R&B #16