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Live at the Sex Machine

Kool & The Gang · 1971

48 min · 11 tracks · funk · jazz · R&B

A vibrant live showcase blending funk, soul, and jazz with infectious energy and improvisational flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • vibrant energy for celebration
  • live performance spontaneity
  • danceable grooves throughout
  • infectious rhythms for parties

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer structured studio albums
  • seek quiet, introspective moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 1, 1971, 'Live at the Sex Machine' was Kool & The Gang's first live album and came after their breakthrough with the hit single 'Jungle Boogie'. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from a jazz-influenced ensemble to one of the forefront bands of funk music, establishing their energetic live performance style.
Stylistic neighbors
Earth, Wind & Fire· Chic· Average White Band

Tracklist

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

  • 1 What Would the World Be Without Music / Let the Music Take Your Mind Medley 4:29
  • 2 Walk on By 5:15
  • 3 Chocolate Buttermilk 2:09
  • 4 Trying to Make a Fool of Me 4:29
  • 5 Who's Gonna Take the Weight 6:19
  • 6 Pneumonia 5:22
  • 7 Wichita Lineman 5:27
  • 8 I Want to Take You Higher 4:13
  • 9 Funky Man 3:24
  • 10 The Touch of You 4:14
  • 11 Kool It (Here Comes the Fuzz (Previously Unreleased)) 2:58

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