Ol' School
51 min · 10 tracks · funk
A vibrant blend of funk grooves and soulful melodies that evoke the spirit of classic R&B.
Ol' School is an album by Ohio Players. A vibrant blend of funk grooves and soulful melodies that evoke the spirit of classic R&B. 'Ol' School' features the hit single 'Love Rollercoaster,' which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, highlighting the band's influence on the disco-funk movement. The album is noted for its innovative production techniques and contributed to the Ohio Players' legacy as one of the quintessential funk bands of the 1970s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ol' School sound like?
A vibrant blend of funk grooves and soulful melodies that evoke the spirit of classic R&B. Rooted in funk.
What makes Ol' School by Ohio Players notable?
'Ol' School' features the hit single 'Love Rollercoaster,' which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, highlighting the band's influence on the disco-funk movement. The album is noted for its innovative production techniques and contributed to the Ohio Players' legacy as one of the quintessential funk bands of the 1970s. Released in 1977, 'Ol' School' came during the Ohio Players' commercial peak, following their successful album 'Honey' in 1975. This album solidified their reputation as pioneers of the funk genre, showcasing their signature sound characterized by brass instrumentation and catchy hooks.
How many songs are on Ol' School?
Ol' School has 10 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Skin Tight Standout 6:16
- 2 Ol’ School 3:53
- 3 Pain 1:39
- 4 Heaven Must Be Like 4:29
- 5 Sweet Sticky Thing 6:03
- 6 Thank You 1:05
- 7 I Wanna Be Free 5:59
- 8 Love Rollercoaster Standout 6:41
- 9 Fire Standout 11:11
- 10 Megamix 4:04
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