One Nation Under a Groove cover

One Nation Under a Groove

Funkadelic · 1978

58 min · 9 tracks · funk

A vibrant fusion of psychedelic rock and funk that invites listeners to dance while contemplating deeper social themes.

Why this album works

The album was a commercial success, reaching No. 28 on the Billboard 200 and becoming one of Funkadelic's best-selling records. Its title track, 'One Nation Under a Groove,' has become an anthem for unity and celebration within the funk movement, influencing countless artists and genres that followed.
Best for
long, immersive listening sessions danceable grooves with depth dynamic emotional journeys
Context
Released on October 1, 1978, 'One Nation Under a Groove' marked Funkadelic's transition into a more mainstream sound after their earlier experimental works. This album followed their critically acclaimed 'Maggot Brain' and solidified their reputation in the funk genre as they embraced a more accessible yet still innovative approach to music.
Stylistic neighbors
The Roots· War· Tim Maia

Tracklist

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

  • 1 One Nation Under a Groove Standout 7:28
  • 2 Groovallegiance Standout 7:00
  • 3 Who Says a Funk Band Can’t Play Rock? Standout 6:18
  • 4 Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo‐Doo Chasers) 10:46
  • 5 Into You 5:43
  • 6 Cholly (Funk Getting Ready to Roll!) 4:28
  • 7 Lunchmeataphobia (Think! …It Ain’t Illegal Yet!) 4:18
  • 8 P.E. Squad/Doodoo Chasers (“Going All‐the‐Way Off” instrumental) 4:18
  • 9 Maggot Brain (live) 8:25

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