Tear the Roof Off 1974–1980
Parliament · 1993
151 min · 25 tracks · funk · doo-wop
A vibrant tapestry of funk grooves and cosmic themes that redefine rhythm and celebration.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing experiences
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Tear the Roof Off 1974–1980' captures Parliament's peak era, spanning their most influential years. This compilation showcases their evolution from experimental funk to mainstream success, particularly following their acclaimed album 'Mothership Connection' in 1975. By this time, Parliament had solidified their legacy as pioneers of funk music.
- If you like
- funk, doo-wop
Tear the Roof Off 1974–1980 is an album by Parliament, released in 1993. A vibrant tapestry of funk grooves and cosmic themes that redefine rhythm and celebration. This compilation is significant for its role in revitalizing interest in funk music during the early '90s, reflecting the genre's influence on hip-hop and R&B. It features tracks like 'Give Up the Funk,' which became an anthem for generations, and received critical acclaim for its innovative sound, earning a Grammy Hall of Fame Award soon after release. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tear the Roof Off 1974–1980 sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of funk grooves and cosmic themes that redefine rhythm and celebration. Rooted in funk and doo-wop.
What makes Tear the Roof Off 1974–1980 by Parliament notable?
This compilation is significant for its role in revitalizing interest in funk music during the early '90s, reflecting the genre's influence on hip-hop and R&B. It features tracks like 'Give Up the Funk,' which became an anthem for generations, and received critical acclaim for its innovative sound, earning a Grammy Hall of Fame Award soon after release. Released in 1993, 'Tear the Roof Off 1974–1980' captures Parliament's peak era, spanning their most influential years. This compilation showcases their evolution from experimental funk to mainstream success, particularly following their acclaimed album 'Mothership Connection' in 1975. By this time, Parliament had solidified their legacy as pioneers of funk music.
Who is Tear the Roof Off 1974–1980 for?
Tear the Roof Off 1974–1980 works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and wave-like pacing experiences.
How many songs are on Tear the Roof Off 1974–1980?
Tear the Roof Off 1974–1980 has 25 tracks, running approximately 151 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 P. Funk (Wants to Get Funked Up) 7:43
- 2 Up for the Down Stroke 5:10
- 3 Bop Gun (Endangered Species) 8:32
- 4 Dr Funkenstein's Supergroovalistic Prosifunkstication Medley: Let's Take It to the Stage / Take Your Dead Ass Home (Say Som'n Nasty) (live) 5:06
- 5 Mothership Connection (Star Child) Standout 6:15
- 6 Dr. Funkenstein 5:47
- 7 Testify 3:57
- 8 Mr. Wiggles 6:43
- 9 Aqua Boogie (A Psychoalphadiscobetabioaquadoloop) 9:25
- 10 All Your Goodies Are Gone 5:05
- 11 Do That Stuff 4:51
- 12 Party People 4:46
Disc 2
- 1 Prelude 1:40
- 2 Give Up the Funk (Tear the Roof Off the Sucker) Standout 5:48
- 3 Chocolate City 5:37
- 4 Funkentelechy 10:56
- 5 Theme From the Black Hole 4:36
- 6 The Big Bang Theory 7:11
- 7 Children of Production (live) 2:53
- 8 Flash Light Standout 10:44
- 9 Ride On 3:36
- 10 Fantasy Is Reality 6:41
- 11 Rumpofsteelskin 5:36
- 12 Agony of Defeet 6:26
- 13 Funkin' for Fun 5:56
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