The Electric Spanking of War Babies
Funkadelic · 1981
44 min · 8 tracks · funk
A psychedelic funk odyssey that blends social commentary with infectious grooves and vivid sonic experimentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo dance grooves
- psychedelic vibes for social commentary
- infectious rhythms for group enjoyment
- engaging soundscapes for exploration
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer quick, punchy tracks
- dislike extended listening journeys
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'The Electric Spanking of War Babies' was released in August 1981, Funkadelic was transitioning after a string of commercially successful albums. This album followed the band's notable work 'One Nation Under a Groove' (1978), showcasing a shift towards more politically charged themes and experimental sounds amid personnel changes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Parliament· Sly and the Family Stone· George Clinton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Electric Spanking of War Babies 8:40
- 2 Electro-Cuties 6:12
- 3 Funk Gets Stronger, Part 1 6:40
- 4 Brettino's Bounce 3:40
- 5 Funk Gets Stronger (Killer Millimeter Longer version) / She Loves You 4:42
- 6 Shockwaves 5:08
- 7 Oh, I 4:53
- 8 Icka Prick 4:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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