This Boot Is Made for Fonk-N
Bootsy Collins · 1979
44 min · 7 tracks · blues · funk · soul
A vibrant blend of funk grooves, playful lyrics, and infectious rhythms that invites listeners to dance.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its role in popularizing funk music in the late 1970s, exemplifying Collins's distinctive sound and stage presence. It also received positive critical reception, helping to elevate Bootsy's profile as a solo artist within the P-Funk movement.
- Best for
- infectious danceable grooves steady build with playful energy celebratory vibes for gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1979, 'This Boot Is Made for Fonk-N' marked Bootsy Collins's continued evolution as a solo artist following his breakout with Parliament-Funkadelic. The album came after his successful debut, 'Stretchin' Out in Bootsy's Rubber Band', and solidified his place in the funk genre while showcasing his unique style and personality.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Dip· James Brown· The Neville Brothers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Under the Influence of a Groove Standout 8:37
- 2 Bootsy Get Live Standout 6:18
- 3 Oh Boy Gorl 7:49
- 4 Jam Fan (Hot) Standout 9:08
- 5 Chug-A-Lug (The Bun Patrol) 6:29
- 6 Shejam (Almost Bootsy Show) 5:05
- 7 Reprise (Get Live) 0:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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