1-800-NEW-FUNK
Prince · 1994
46 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · jazz
A vibrant mix of funk and R&B, colored with playful hooks and urban storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- playful urban storytelling vibes danceable grooves for gatherings late-night celebration atmosphere
- Context
- Released in 1994, '1-800-NEW-FUNK' marked a unique moment in Prince's career as it was his first album produced for the NPG label after leaving Warner Bros. This project showcased Prince's continued evolution as an artist while embracing a collective sound with his New Power Generation band members, signaling a shift towards more collaborative efforts.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, funk, jazz
1-800-NEW-FUNK is an album by Prince, released in 1994. A vibrant mix of funk and R&B, colored with playful hooks and urban storytelling. The album is significant for its role in promoting the Minneapolis sound and solidifying the NPG collective's influence on contemporary funk and R&B. It features collaborations with various artists, contributing to its cultural impact by highlighting new voices in the genre, and received positive critical reception for its innovative approach. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 1-800-NEW-FUNK sound like?
A vibrant mix of funk and R&B, colored with playful hooks and urban storytelling. Rooted in contemporary R&B and funk.
What makes 1-800-NEW-FUNK by Prince notable?
The album is significant for its role in promoting the Minneapolis sound and solidifying the NPG collective's influence on contemporary funk and R&B. It features collaborations with various artists, contributing to its cultural impact by highlighting new voices in the genre, and received positive critical reception for its innovative approach. Released in 1994, '1-800-NEW-FUNK' marked a unique moment in Prince's career as it was his first album produced for the NPG label after leaving Warner Bros. This project showcased Prince's continued evolution as an artist while embracing a collective sound with his New Power Generation band members, signaling a shift towards more collaborative efforts.
Who is 1-800-NEW-FUNK for?
1-800-NEW-FUNK works well if you're into playful urban storytelling vibes, danceable grooves for gatherings and late-night celebration atmosphere.
How many songs are on 1-800-NEW-FUNK?
1-800-NEW-FUNK has 11 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Minneapolis 4:27
- 2 Hollywood 4:33
- 3 Love Sign Standout 4:32
- 4 If I Love U Tonight 4:20
- 5 Color 4:20
- 6 2gether Standout 5:07
- 7 Standing at the Altar 3:55
- 8 You Will Be Moved Standout 4:12
- 9 17 5:24
- 10 A Woman’s Gotta Have It 4:30
- 11 Minneapolis (reprise) 0:48
Release Date
January 1, 1994
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
46 min 11 sec
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