Stone Jam cover

Stone Jam

Slave · 1980

52 min · 11 tracks · R&B

An energetic blend of funk and R&B grooves that invites listeners to the dance floor with infectious rhythms.

Why this album works

'Stone Jam' is notable for its chart performance, peaking at number 15 on the R&B charts and showcasing the band's ability to fuse traditional funk with disco elements. The album features several tracks that became staples in dance clubs, contributing to the evolution of funk music during this era.
Career context
Released in 1980, 'Stone Jam' was Slave's fourth studio album, following their commercial success with 'The Concept'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation as a prominent funk band while expanding their sound into mainstream disco influences, which would help them reach wider audiences.
Stylistic neighbors
Billy Preston· The Supremes· Deniece Williams

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Let's Spend Some Time 4:44
  • 2 Feel My Love Standout 4:34
  • 3 Starting Over 4:32
  • 4 Sizzlin' Hot Standout 5:12
  • 5 Watching You 4:46
  • 6 Dreamin' 4:20
  • 7 Never Get Away 5:15
  • 8 Stone Jam Standout 6:51
  • 9 Feel My Love (disco mix) 4:54
  • 10 Sizzlin' Hot (single version) 4:11
  • 11 Watching You (single version) 3:32

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata