George Clinton Presents Our Gang Funky
George Clinton · 1989
38 min · 6 tracks · funk
A vibrant fusion of funk grooves and playful lyrics that captures the essence of community celebration.
Why this album works
George Clinton Presents Our Gang Funky is significant for its role in revitalizing funk during a period when the genre was becoming less mainstream. The album features contributions from various artists, emphasizing collaboration within the genre. Its reception illustrated the continued relevance of funk music, paving the way for future generations of funk musicians.
- Best for
- steady grooves for social gatherings playful energy for dancing inviting rhythms for group enjoyment
- Context
- By 1989, George Clinton was riding the wave of his established reputation in funk, following his influential work with Parliament-Funkadelic. This album marked a shift towards showcasing a collective sound, presenting not just Clinton's vision but a broader ensemble of funk artists under his guidance. It came during a time when Clinton was exploring new collaborations after the peak of his commercial success in the late '70s and early '80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aaliyah· The Roots· King Gordy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Beautiful Standout 5:50
- 2 Nice 6:48
- 3 Manopener 6:32
- 4 Hooray for Our Team Standout 7:47
- 5 He Dance Funny 5:59
- 6 I Want Your Car Standout 5:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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