Etta James Sings Funk
Etta James · 1970
35 min · 11 tracks · jazz · R&B · rock & roll
A vibrant blend of funk grooves infused with Etta James' powerful, soulful voice that demands attention.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady grooves for dancing
- soulful vocals that command attention
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- uplifting energy for gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, sprawling albums
- seek heavy lyrical introspection
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1970, Etta James was transitioning from her earlier blues and gospel roots to a more contemporary sound. 'Etta James Sings Funk' marked her exploration into the funk genre, following her successful albums like 'Tell Mama' (1968) that established her as a formidable force in soul music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aretha Franklin· Billie Holiday· Nina Simone
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tighten Up Your Own Thing 2:40
- 2 Sweet Memories 3:35
- 3 Quick Reaction and Satisfaction 2:35
- 4 Nothing From Nothing Leaves Nothing 3:30
- 5 My Man Is Together 4:10
- 6 Are My Thoughts With You 3:30
- 7 The Man I Love 3:50
- 8 Sound of Love 2:50
- 9 When I Stop Dreaming 2:35
- 10 What Fools We Mortals Be 3:05
- 11 Your Replacement 3:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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