What makes Cardiac Arrest by Cameo notable?

The album features the hit single Good Times, which became a staple in dance clubs and is often credited with influencing the hip-hop genre through its iconic bassline. Cardiac Arrest received positive critical reception and helped to establish Cameo as a significant force in the funk and disco scenes of the late 1970s. Released in 1977, Cardiac Arrest was Cameo's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with the album We All Know Who We Are. At this point, the band was solidifying its signature sound, blending funk with elements of R&B and disco, setting the stage for their later hits.

Who is Cardiac Arrest for?

Cardiac Arrest works well if you're into steady groove for dancing, catchy melodies for sing-alongs and vibrant energy for gatherings.

How many songs are on Cardiac Arrest?

Cardiac Arrest has 8 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Cardiac Arrest

Cameo · 1977

36 min · 8 tracks · funk

Groovy basslines and vibrant horns intertwine with catchy hooks, embodying the essence of late '70s funk and disco.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Good Times — As the standout track on the album, Good Times features an infectious groove that not only dominated dance floors but also laid groundwork for future hip-hop tracks.
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Funk, Funk — This track showcases Cameo's ability to create upbeat funk rhythms combined with playful lyrics, exemplifying their unique style during this era.
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Smile — With its smooth melodies and uplifting lyrics, Smile highlights Cameo's knack for blending soul elements into their funk repertoire.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong funk elements with catchy hooks and vibrant arrangements, solidifying Cameo's sound in the late '70s.

What we noticed

The album opens with a mid-tempo track that features layered horns and a prominent bassline, setting a consistent groove for the first half.
Each track employs syncopated rhythms and call-and-response vocal patterns, typical of funk music, creating an engaging dynamic.
The last two tracks slow down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the energetic earlier songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

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

steady groove for dancing
catchy melodies for sing-alongs
vibrant energy for gatherings
soulful hooks for uplifting moods

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced listening
seek introspective quiet moments

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1977, Cardiac Arrest was Cameo's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with the album We All Know Who We Are. At this point, the band was solidifying its signature sound, blending funk with elements of R&B and disco, setting the stage for their later hits.
Stylistic neighbors: Parliament· Earth, Wind & Fire· The Gap Band

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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Still Feels Good 4:21
2 Post mortem 4:23
3 Smile 3:55
4 Funk, Funk 4:51
5 Find My Way 3:39
6 Rigor mortis 5:25
7 Good Times 5:03
8 Stay by My Side 4:25

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