The Essential Jacksons
The Jackson 5 · 2004
72 min · 14 tracks · funk · R&B · soul
A vibrant collection of disco-infused pop and funk that showcases the Jacksons' infectious energy and smooth harmonies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dance floor igniters for parties feel-good vibes for gatherings nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'The Essential Jacksons' serves as a comprehensive retrospective of the Jackson 5's evolution from child stars to influential artists in their own right. This compilation arrives after a long hiatus from new material, highlighting their significant contributions to music throughout the 1970s and 1980s, particularly as they transitioned from Motown to Epic Records.
- If you like
- funk, R&B, soul
The Essential Jacksons is an album by The Jackson 5, released in 2004. A vibrant collection of disco-infused pop and funk that showcases the Jacksons' infectious energy and smooth harmonies. This album is notable for encapsulating the Jacksons' impact on pop and R&B music, featuring hits like 'Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)' and 'Blame It on the Boogie.' It reached commercial success, serving not only as a nostalgic collection but also introducing a new generation to their classics, solidifying their legacy in American music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Essential Jacksons sound like?
A vibrant collection of disco-infused pop and funk that showcases the Jacksons' infectious energy and smooth harmonies. Rooted in funk and R&B.
What makes The Essential Jacksons by The Jackson 5 notable?
This album is notable for encapsulating the Jacksons' impact on pop and R&B music, featuring hits like 'Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)' and 'Blame It on the Boogie.' It reached commercial success, serving not only as a nostalgic collection but also introducing a new generation to their classics, solidifying their legacy in American music history. Released in 2004, 'The Essential Jacksons' serves as a comprehensive retrospective of the Jackson 5's evolution from child stars to influential artists in their own right. This compilation arrives after a long hiatus from new material, highlighting their significant contributions to music throughout the 1970s and 1980s, particularly as they transitioned from Motown to Epic Records.
Who is The Essential Jacksons for?
The Essential Jacksons works well if you're into dance floor igniters for parties, feel-good vibes for gatherings and nostalgic sing-alongs with friends.
How many songs are on The Essential Jacksons?
The Essential Jacksons has 14 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Enjoy Yourself 3:39
- 2 Show You the Way to Go 5:26
- 3 Goin’ Places 4:28
- 4 Find Me a Girl 4:32
- 5 Blame It on the Boogie Standout 3:30
- 6 Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground) Standout 7:57
- 7 Lovely One 4:49
- 8 This Place Hotel 5:43
- 9 Can You Feel It Standout 5:58
- 10 Walk Right Now 6:26
- 11 State of Shock 4:30
- 12 2300 Jackson Street 5:05
- 13 Nothin (That Compares 2 U) 5:24
- 14 Don’t Stop ’til You Get Enough (live from the 1981 U.S. Tour) 4:44
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