Style
Cameo · 1983
35 min · 10 tracks · funk · hip-hop · R&B
A genre-blurring fusion of funk grooves and R&B melodies that captures the essence of early '80s dance music.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady rhythmic dance experience feel-good vibes for celebration engaging sing-alongs with friends
- Context
- Released on April 11, 1983, 'Style' marked Cameo's sixth studio album during their commercial peak following the success of 'Word Up!' in 1986. The band was solidifying their reputation as one of the leading acts in the funk and R&B genres, leveraging their distinctive sound and stage presence to appeal to a growing audience.
- If you like
- funk, hip-hop, R&B
Style is an album by Cameo, released in 1983. A genre-blurring fusion of funk grooves and R&B melodies that captures the essence of early '80s dance music. The album features the hit single 'Word Up!', which reached No. 1 on the R&B charts and became a defining track for the era, influencing a wave of funk and hip-hop artists. 'Style' showcases Cameo's innovative blend of disco and funk, establishing them as pioneers within the genre and contributing to the cultural landscape of early '80s music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Style sound like?
A genre-blurring fusion of funk grooves and R&B melodies that captures the essence of early '80s dance music. Rooted in funk and hip-hop.
What makes Style by Cameo notable?
The album features the hit single 'Word Up!', which reached No. 1 on the R&B charts and became a defining track for the era, influencing a wave of funk and hip-hop artists. 'Style' showcases Cameo's innovative blend of disco and funk, establishing them as pioneers within the genre and contributing to the cultural landscape of early '80s music. Released on April 11, 1983, 'Style' marked Cameo's sixth studio album during their commercial peak following the success of 'Word Up!' in 1986. The band was solidifying their reputation as one of the leading acts in the funk and R&B genres, leveraging their distinctive sound and stage presence to appeal to a growing audience.
Who is Style for?
Style works well if you're into steady rhythmic dance experience, feel-good vibes for celebration and engaging sing-alongs with friends.
How many songs are on Style?
Style has 10 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Aphrodisiac 5:00
- 2 This Life Is Not For Me 3:30
- 3 You're A Winner Standout 3:30
- 4 Can't Help Falling In Love Standout 3:05
- 5 Interlude (Serenity) 1:30
- 6 Style Standout 5:12
- 7 Cameo's Dance 3:23
- 8 Let's Not Talk Slot 3:31
- 9 Slow Movin' 3:24
- 10 Heaven Only Knows 3:37
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