What makes Touch by Con Funk Shun notable?

Touch reached No. 25 on the Billboard R&B chart, showcasing Con Funk Shun's ability to blend catchy hooks with rhythmic sophistication. The album solidified their reputation as key contributors to the funk and R&B scenes of the late '70s and early '80s. Released in 1980, Touch was Con Funk Shun's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 1977's 'Funky Star.' At this point in their career, the band had established themselves within the funk genre, building a loyal fanbase that anticipated their evolving sound.

How many songs are on Touch?

Touch has 9 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Touch

Con Funk Shun · 1980

41 min · 9 tracks · rhythm and blues

A vibrant blend of funk and R&B, characterized by smooth grooves and infectious melodies that invite listeners to dance.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Too Tight — The opening track captivates with its energetic horn arrangements and driving beat, setting a lively tone for the entire album.
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Give Your Love to Me — This track stands out with its smooth vocal harmonies and romantic lyrics, embodying the band's signature soulful style.
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Touch — The title track showcases a perfect blend of funk rhythms and melodic sensibility, encapsulating the essence of the album's overall sound.
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Can't Say Goodbye — With its poignant lyrics and lush instrumentation, this song highlights the emotional depth present in Con Funk Shun's songwriting.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong grooves and vocal interplay but lacks a fully cohesive flow across its runtime.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and prominent horn arrangements, creating an energetic start.
Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the interactive feel of the music.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Too Tight 6:17
2 Lady's Wild 4:53
3 Give Your Love to Me 4:58
4 Pride and Glory 4:29
5 Kidnapped! 3:24
6 Welcome Back to Love 3:55
7 Touch 4:31
8 Can't Say Goodbye 4:19
9 Play Widit 4:18

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