Souled Out
Tower of Power · 1995
50 min · 12 tracks · funk
A vibrant blend of funk, soul, and R&B that pulses with infectious grooves and heartfelt melodies.
Why this album works
'Souled Out' received positive reviews for its polished production and energetic performances, contributing to a resurgence in popularity for Tower of Power during the 90s. The album's lead single, 'Do You Wanna (Make Love to Me)', showcased the band's ability to blend contemporary R&B with their signature funk sound, garnering radio play and revitalizing interest in their music.
- Best for
- infectious grooves for dancing steady mid-tempo energy flow heartfelt melodies for connection
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'Souled Out' marked Tower of Power's first album in over five years, following the less commercially successful 'Power' in 1990. The band was navigating a transition period as they sought to revitalize their sound while maintaining their classic horn-driven funk style. This album came at a time when the group was re-establishing its presence in the music scene after lineup changes and evolving musical tastes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Souled Out 3:49
- 2 Taxed to the Max 4:18
- 3 Keep Comin' Back 3:47
- 4 Soothe You 3:51
- 5 Do You Wanna (Make Love to Me) Standout 3:51
- 6 Lovin' You Forever 4:15
- 7 Gotta Make a Change Standout 3:38
- 8 Diggin' on James Brown Standout 4:39
- 9 Sexy Soul 4:43
- 10 Just Like You 4:27
- 11 Once You Get a Taste 4:01
- 12 Undercurrent 5:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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