What makes Righteous by DAG notable?

Righteous garnered critical acclaim for its innovative approach to funk, drawing attention from music enthusiasts and critics alike. The album helped establish DAG within the alternative funk movement of the early '90s, contributing to a resurgence of interest in funk music during this era. Released in 1994, Righteous is DAG's debut album, marking their entry into the funk scene. At this point, the band was exploring a unique sound that fused traditional funk elements with contemporary rhythms, setting the stage for their future works.

How many songs are on Righteous?

Righteous has 14 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Righteous

DAG · 1994

48 min · 14 tracks · funk

A vibrant blend of funk grooves and soulful melodies that captures the essence of early '90s urban music.

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Righteous (City Pain) — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of struggle and resilience through its catchy hooks and compelling lyrics, making it a standout representation of DAG's style.
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Your Mama's Eyes — With its infectious groove and heartfelt delivery, this track showcases DAG's ability to blend personal storytelling with danceable rhythms, highlighting their lyrical depth.
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You Can Lick It (If You Try) — The playful nature of this song combines humor with an irresistible funk beat, demonstrating DAG's knack for engaging listeners while maintaining a lighthearted tone.

Tracklist

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

1 Intro 0:25
2 Sweet Little Lass 4:40
3 Righteous (City Pain) 3:37
4 Your Mama's Eyes 4:03
5 Home 3:22
6 Lovely Jane 4:46
7 You Can Lick It (If You Try) 5:32
8 Even So 4:16
9 Plow 4:13
10 Candy 3:37
11 Sat. Morning 1:04
12 As 3:55
13 Do Me Good 4:17
14 [unknown] 0:31

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