Van McCoy's 1975 album, "Disco Baby", is a cornerstone of the disco era, primarily remembered for it's chart-topping instrumental hit, "The Hustle." With this album, McCoy's focus shifted towards instrumental, club-oriented music, characterized by lush orchestral arrangements and a strong rhythmic foundation infl uenced by funk. "Disco Baby" became a defi ning sound of the period, solidifying disco's mainstream popularity and leaving a lasting impact on dance music culture. "Disco Baby" reached number 12 on the Billboard Top LPs chart and reached # 1 on the Soul LPs chart.