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Observations in Time

Ohio Players · 1969

36 min · 11 tracks · funk

A vibrant blend of funk grooves and soulful melodies that capture the essence of late 60s musical exploration.

Observations in Time is an album by Ohio Players, released in 1969. A vibrant blend of funk grooves and soulful melodies that capture the essence of late 60s musical exploration. The album is significant as it showcases the early funk style that would later define the Ohio Players’ career. While not commercially chart-topping initially, it laid the groundwork for their subsequent hits and influenced the funk genre's evolution in the 1970s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Observations in Time sound like?

A vibrant blend of funk grooves and soulful melodies that capture the essence of late 60s musical exploration. Rooted in funk.

What makes Observations in Time by Ohio Players notable?

The album is significant as it showcases the early funk style that would later define the Ohio Players’ career. While not commercially chart-topping initially, it laid the groundwork for their subsequent hits and influenced the funk genre's evolution in the 1970s. Released in January 1969, 'Observations in Time' was the Ohio Players' debut album, marking their entrance into the music scene. At this point, they were still establishing their identity, transitioning from a local band to one with national aspirations, setting the stage for future success.

How many songs are on Observations in Time?

Observations in Time has 11 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·36:58

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

  • 1 Here Today and Gone Tomorrow 3:29
  • 2 Mother-In-Law 3:05
  • 3 Stop Lying to Yourself 2:17
  • 4 Over the Rainbow Standout 4:20
  • 5 Find Someone to Love 2:16
  • 6 Cold Cold World Standout 3:48
  • 7 Summertime Standout 7:46
  • 8 Bad Bargain 2:35
  • 9 The Man I Am 2:31
  • 10 Lonely Street 2:28
  • 11 Street Party 2:23

Release Date

January 1, 1969

Genre

funk

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

36 min 58 sec