Gloryhallastoopid
Parliament · 1979
45 min · 8 tracks · funk · doo-wop
A vibrant fusion of psychedelic funk and surreal humor, echoing the wild creativity of late '70s Black music.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 1979, 'Gloryhallastoopid' came during Parliament's peak period of artistic exploration following their commercial success with 'Mothership Connection' in 1975. This album showcases George Clinton's inventive spirit, further solidifying the band's reputation for blending funk with theatrical storytelling and social commentary.
- If you like
- funk, doo-wop
Gloryhallastoopid is an album by Parliament, released in 1979. A vibrant fusion of psychedelic funk and surreal humor, echoing the wild creativity of late '70s Black music. 'Gloryhallastoopid' is noted for its ambitious sound palette and narrative structure, contributing to the evolution of funk music. While it didn’t achieve the chart success of its predecessors, it has been influential among funk aficionados and remains a significant entry in Parliament's discography. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gloryhallastoopid sound like?
A vibrant fusion of psychedelic funk and surreal humor, echoing the wild creativity of late '70s Black music. Rooted in funk and doo-wop.
What makes Gloryhallastoopid by Parliament notable?
'Gloryhallastoopid' is noted for its ambitious sound palette and narrative structure, contributing to the evolution of funk music. While it didn’t achieve the chart success of its predecessors, it has been influential among funk aficionados and remains a significant entry in Parliament's discography. Released in 1979, 'Gloryhallastoopid' came during Parliament's peak period of artistic exploration following their commercial success with 'Mothership Connection' in 1975. This album showcases George Clinton's inventive spirit, further solidifying the band's reputation for blending funk with theatrical storytelling and social commentary.
Who is Gloryhallastoopid for?
Gloryhallastoopid works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Gloryhallastoopid?
Gloryhallastoopid has 8 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prologue 0:47
- 2 (Gloryhallastoopid) Pin the Tail on the Funky Standout 4:08
- 3 Party People Standout 10:10
- 4 The Big Bang Theory 7:13
- 5 The Freeze (Sizzaleenmean) 9:01
- 6 Colour Me Funky 4:53
- 7 Theme From the Black Hole Standout 4:39
- 8 May We Bang You? 4:43
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