What makes Get Up & Dance by The Memphis Horns notable?

The album is significant for its role in popularizing the Memphis soul sound during the late 1970s, receiving positive critical reception for its energetic compositions. The title track became a dancefloor staple and helped cement the band's reputation as prominent figures in the funk genre. Released in 1977, 'Get Up & Dance' followed The Memphis Horns' contributions to numerous classic albums, marking their transition from sought-after session musicians to band leaders. This album came at a time when the group was solidifying its identity in the emerging funk scene, showcasing their ability to blend genres while spotlighting their horn-driven sound.

Who is Get Up & Dance for?

Get Up & Dance works well if you're into energetic dance floor vibes, infectious groove-driven rhythm and feel-good celebration atmosphere.

How many songs are on Get Up & Dance?

Get Up & Dance has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Get Up & Dance

The Memphis Horns · 1977

40 min · 10 tracks · soul

A vibrant mix of soul and funk, driven by infectious horns and rhythmic grooves that compel movement.

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Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1977, 'Get Up & Dance' followed The Memphis Horns' contributions to numerous classic albums, marking their transition from sought-after session musicians to band leaders. This album came at a time when the group was solidifying its identity in the emerging funk scene, showcasing their ability to blend genres while spotlighting their horn-driven sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Billy Preston· Ready for the World· Color Me Badd

Tracklist

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

1 Get Up and Dance 3:28
2 Just for Your Love 4:43
3 Waitin' for the Flood 4:26
4 Love Is Happiness 3:56
5 Memphis Nights 3:58
6 What the Funk 4:49
7 Country Soul 4:22
8 No Go Betweens 3:38
9 Don't Abuse It 3:41
10 Keep on Smilin' 3:35

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