Keepin' dah Funk Alive 4-1995
89 min · 18 tracks · blues · funk · soul
A vibrant explosion of funk rhythms and playful lyrics that celebrates the joy of music and community.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its role in revitalizing the P-Funk movement during the mid-90s, a time when funk was not as commercially prominent. It featured tracks that became staples in live performances and was well-received for its authentic sound, contributing to Collins' influence on newer generations of musicians exploring funk and groove-based music.
- Best for
- dynamic peaks and valleys celebratory dance floor vibes playful engagement with rhythm
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'Keepin' dah Funk Alive 4-1995' captures Bootsy Collins at a time when he was reviving his funk roots after years of experimentation. This album followed his 1988 effort 'What's Bootsy Doin'?' and marked a return to the P-Funk sound that defined his early career, showcasing collaborations with fellow funk legends.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Dip· James Brown· The Neville Brothers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Intro 1:37
- 2 Ahh… The Name Is Bootsy, Baby 5:19
- 3 Bootsy? (What’s the Name of This Town?) Standout 3:40
- 4 Psychoticbumpschool 2:42
- 5 The Pinocchio Theory 2:03
- 6 Hollywood Squares 4:11
- 7 Bernie Solo 3:07
- 8 One Nation Under a Groove Standout 7:14
- 9 P‐Funk (Wants to Get Funked Up) 9:38
- 10 Cosmic Slop 3:59
- 11 Flash Light 4:46
- 12 Bootzilla 1:16
- 13 Roto‐Rooter 3:09
Disc 2
- 1 I’d Rather Be With You Standout 10:46
- 2 A Sacred Place (RIP) 7:43
- 3 Medley: Stretchin’ Out / Touch Somebody 11:20
- 4 Night of the Thumpasorus Peoples 2:22
- 5 Keepin’ Dah Funk Alive 4–1995 4:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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