Struttin'
The Meters · 1970
40 min · 14 tracks · funk
A vibrant blend of rhythmic grooves and tight musicianship that embodies the essence of funk music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Chicken Strut — This track features infectious grooves and showcases the band's tight interplay, making it a quintessential example of their style and a dance floor favorite.
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Go for Yourself — With its playful rhythm and engaging call-and-response vocals, this song exemplifies The Meters' ability to blend funk with elements of New Orleans R&B.
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Handclapping Song — This track stands out for its unique structure that emphasizes rhythm over melody, inviting listeners to engage physically through clapping along.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album solidifies The Meters' funk sound with strong grooves and tight musicianship, making it a notable entry in their discography.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms and layered instrumentation, with prominent guitar riffs and tight horn arrangements throughout.
- Each track maintains a groove-centric approach, often extending into instrumental breaks that showcase the band's improvisational skills.
- Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the communal feel typical of funk music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for social settings
- short, engaging listening bursts
- vibrant energy for movement
- consistent rhythmic flow throughout
- upbeat background for activities
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in June 1970, Struttin' was The Meters' third studio album, following their self-titled debut and the influential Look-Ka Py Py. By this point, they had established themselves as a leading force in New Orleans funk, developing a signature sound characterized by syncopated rhythms and instrumental improvisation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Funk Brothers· Sly and the Family Stone· Earth, Wind & Fire
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Go for Yourself
The bridge introduces a shift in perspective that challenges the listener to reflect on personal authenticity amidst societal expectations.
This change emphasizes individual agency, contrasting with the earlier playful tone and deepening the song's thematic complexity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Chicken Strut 3:14
- 2 Liver Splash 2:42
- 3 Wichita Lineman 2:59
- 4 Joog 2:13
- 5 Go for Yourself 3:12
- 6 Same Old Thing 2:50
- 7 Handclapping Song 2:56
- 8 Darling Darling Darling 2:54
- 9 Tippi-Toes 2:29
- 10 Britches 2:52
- 11 Hey! Last Minute 3:00
- 12 Ride Your Pony 3:22
- 13 Funky Meters' Soul 2:57
- 14 Meter Strut 2:47
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