Machine Gun
Commodores · 1974
36 min · 10 tracks · funk
Funky grooves intertwine with soulful melodies, creating an electrifying soundscape that embodies the 1970s music explosion.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for dancing
- short bursts of energy
- soulful melodies for celebration
- fun party atmosphere
- engaging sing-along moments
Maybe skip if you want
- slow, introspective listening preference
- prefer lengthy, complex albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 22, 1974, 'Machine Gun' was the Commodores' third studio album and a significant moment in their rise to stardom. Following their self-titled debut and 'C.E.O.' (the previous year), this album showcased their evolving sound as they began to blend funk with pop sensibilities, ultimately leading them to commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Earth, Wind & Fire· Kool & The Gang· The Isley Brothers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Machine Gun 2:41
- 2 Young Girls Are My Weakness 3:02
- 3 I Feel Sanctified 3:46
- 4 The Bump 4:10
- 5 Rapid Fire 3:04
- 6 The Assembly Line 5:12
- 7 The Zoo (The Human Zoo) 3:05
- 8 Gonna Blow Your Mind 5:42
- 9 There's a Song in My Heart 2:42
- 10 Superman 2:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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