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Free Your Mind... and Your Ass Will Follow

Funkadelic · 1970

31 min · 6 tracks · funk

A cosmic funk odyssey blending psychedelic grooves with socially conscious themes and expansive improvisation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady groove for deep listening
  • cosmic vibes for late nights
  • engaging improvisation and exploration
  • reflective moments with gradual resolution

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy, flowing pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 1, 1970, 'Free Your Mind... and Your Ass Will Follow' was Funkadelic's third studio album, following their self-titled debut in 1970. The band was beginning to carve out its identity in the emerging funk scene, experimenting with complex arrangements and a more progressive sound that would define their later works. This album marked a pivotal moment as they embraced a more adventurous approach to songwriting and performance.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Free Your Mind and Your Ass Will Follow 10:06
  • 2 Friday Night, August 14th 5:22
  • 3 Funky Dollar Bill 3:17
  • 4 I Wanna Know If It's Good to You 6:00
  • 5 Some More 2:59
  • 6 Eulogy and Light 3:30

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