What makes (Not Just) Knee Deep by Funkadelic notable?

'(Not Just) Knee Deep' significantly impacted the funk landscape by reaching number one on the Billboard R&B charts. The album's unique blend of funk and psychedelic elements influenced a wave of artists in the genre and showcased Funkadelic's innovative approach to music-making during a time when disco was on the rise. Released on August 21, 1979, '(Not Just) Knee Deep' was Funkadelic's follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'One Nation Under a Groove.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status as pioneers of funk and psychedelic rock, experimenting with longer compositions and deep grooves that pushed the boundaries of the genre.