What makes Part 3 by KC and the Sunshine Band notable?

'Part 3' produced several chart-topping singles, including '(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty', which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album further established KC and the Sunshine Band as a dominant force in disco music and contributed to the genre's mainstream acceptance during the mid-1970s. Released in January 1976, 'Part 3' marked KC and the Sunshine Band's third studio album, building on their commercial success from their previous hits. This album helped solidify their position as one of the leading acts in the disco genre at the height of its popularity, following their breakthrough album 'KC and the Sunshine Band' in 1975.

Part 3 works well if you're into dance floor celebration vibes, upbeat tracks for party energy and infectious melodies for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on Part 3?

Part 3 has 16 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Released 50 years ago

Part 3

KC and the Sunshine Band · 1976

65 min · 16 tracks · funk · disco

A vibrant celebration of disco rhythms and infectious melodies that captures the spirit of the mid-70s dance floor.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dance floor celebration vibes
upbeat tracks for party energy
infectious melodies for sing-alongs
wave-like pacing with dynamic flow
for summer gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

prefer slower, introspective music
avoid extended dance tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1976, 'Part 3' marked KC and the Sunshine Band's third studio album, building on their commercial success from their previous hits. This album helped solidify their position as one of the leading acts in the disco genre at the height of its popularity, following their breakthrough album 'KC and the Sunshine Band' in 1975.
Stylistic neighbors: Chic· Earth, Wind & Fire· Donna Summer