Another Mother Further
Mother's Finest · 1977
33 min · 8 tracks · funk rock
A vibrant fusion of funk grooves and rock energy that showcases raw vocal power and dynamic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Thank You for the Love — This track epitomizes the band's ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with a funky groove, showcasing powerful vocal performances and tight musicianship.
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Piece of the Rock — With its catchy hooks and infectious rhythm, this song highlights the band's knack for creating danceable tracks that resonate with audiences.
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Burning Love — This cover reinterprets a classic rock song through a funk lens, revealing the band's versatility and unique style while maintaining high energy throughout.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic funk grooves with rock elements, showcasing strong vocals and musicianship throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, and the following songs maintain a similar intensity before slowing down in the last two tracks.
- Vocals frequently alternate between male and female leads, creating a dynamic interplay that enhances the funk-rock vibe.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- infectious grooves for dancing
- high-energy party atmosphere
- short bursts of excitement
- uplifting vibes for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, introspective pieces
- seek slow, mellow tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1977, Another Mother Further was Mother's Finest's second studio album, following their self-titled debut. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation for blending funk and rock, building on the momentum created by their earlier work and establishing themselves as pioneers in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Parliament· Sly and the Family Stone· Rick James
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mickey's Monkey 4:45
- 2 Baby Love 4:24
- 3 Thank You for the Love 5:04
- 4 Piece of the Rock 3:24
- 5 Truth'll Set You Free 4:22
- 6 Burning Love 4:10
- 7 Dis Go Dis Way, Dis Go Dat Way 4:15
- 8 Hard Rock Lover 2:42
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