Good Singin', Good Playin'
Grand Funk Railroad · 1976
51 min · 12 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant fusion of hard rock energy and soulful grooves that captures the spirit of mid-70s American rock.
Why this album works
'Good Singin', Good Playin'' reached No. 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, reflecting the band's continued commercial viability during a period when hard rock was evolving. The album is notable for its inclusion of diverse musical styles, which contributed to Grand Funk's influence on subsequent rock bands and their ability to blend genres seamlessly.
- Career context
- Released on August 2, 1976, 'Good Singin', Good Playin'' was Grand Funk Railroad's eighth studio album, coming after their commercially successful 'Caught in the Act' live album. At this point in their career, the band was seeking to redefine their sound while maintaining their hard rock roots, showcasing a mix of upbeat tracks and soulful ballads.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Aerosmith· Holograf
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just Couldn’t Wait Standout 3:28
- 2 Can You Do It 3:18
- 3 Pass It Around 5:00
- 4 Don’t Let ’em Take Your Gun Standout 3:41
- 5 Miss My Baby Standout 7:22
- 6 Big Buns 0:29
- 7 Out to Get You 4:43
- 8 Crossfire 4:21
- 9 1976 4:17
- 10 Release Your Love 3:52
- 11 Goin’ for the Pastor 5:20
- 12 Rubberneck 5:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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