Wild and Peaceful
Kool & The Gang · 1973
37 min · 8 tracks · funk · jazz · R&B
A vibrant blend of funk and soul that invites listeners to dance while exploring deeper themes of life and love.
Why this album works
'Wild and Peaceful' features the hit single 'Jungle Boogie', which reached number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying Kool & The Gang's place in the funk genre. The album is credited with influencing the disco movement of the late 1970s, as its rhythmic styles became foundational for dance music.
- Best for
- vibrant dance floor energy uplifting, feel-good vibes dynamic groove exploration
- Context
- Released on September 1, 1973, 'Wild and Peaceful' was Kool & The Gang's third studio album and marked their transition from a jazz-focused sound to a more commercial funk style. This album followed their previous release, 'Live at the Sex Machine,' showcasing a shift towards mainstream appeal with infectious grooves.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Bob Dylan· Diana Ross· John Coltrane· Charles Mingus· Thelonious Monk· Barbra Streisand· Madonna
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Funky Stuff 3:03
- 2 More Funky Stuff Standout 2:53
- 3 Jungle Boogie Standout 3:06
- 4 Heaven at Once 5:05
- 5 Hollywood Swinging Standout 4:39
- 6 This Is You, This Is Me 5:26
- 7 Life Is What You Make It 3:56
- 8 Wild and Peaceful 9:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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