Cut the Cake
Average White Band · 1975
42 min · 10 tracks · blue-eyed soul
Funky grooves blend with soulful melodies, creating a vibrant sound that captures the essence of 1970s soul music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cut the Cake — The title track features a catchy hook and intricate instrumentation that encapsulates the band's signature blend of funk and soul.
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School Boy Crush — This track stands out for its infectious rhythm and playful lyrics, highlighting the band's ability to weave storytelling into their danceable grooves.
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If I Ever Lose This Heaven — A smooth ballad that showcases the band's vocal harmonies and emotional depth, making it a memorable highlight of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends funk and soul effectively, showcasing strong arrangements and vocal interplay.
What we noticed
- The first track features a prominent horn section that establishes the album's funky sound, which is maintained throughout the first half.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the interaction between the lead singer and background harmonies.
- The album closes with a slower tempo on the last two tracks, creating a contrast to the upbeat energy of earlier songs.
- 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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6/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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 grooves for dancing
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- melodic journey with flow
- uplifting vibes for celebrations
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- dislike cohesive listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1975, Cut the Cake was Average White Band's third studio album, following their successful self-titled debut and the critically acclaimed follow-up, AWB. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation as key players in blue-eyed soul, building on their established fanbase with slick production and tight arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tower of Power· Earth, Wind & Fire· Chic
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cut the Cake 4:04
- 2 School Boy Crush 4:58
- 3 It's a Mystery 3:56
- 4 Groovin' the Night Away 3:45
- 5 If I Ever Lose This Heaven 5:03
- 6 Why 4:05
- 7 High Flyin' Woman 3:48
- 8 Cloudy 4:22
- 9 How Sweet Can You Get 4:00
- 10 When They Bring Down the Curtain 4:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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