Zapp III cover

Zapp III

Zapp · 1983

38 min · 7 tracks · funk · electro

Funky grooves blend with futuristic electro sounds, creating an infectious dance party atmosphere throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • infectious dance party atmosphere
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 25, 1983, 'Zapp III' marked Zapp's third studio album and followed their successful sophomore effort, which included the hit 'Dance Floor.' By this time, the band had solidified their unique sound, characterized by the use of talk box effects and a blend of funk and electronic music. The album came at a peak in their career, just as they were becoming influential figures in the funk and electro scenes.
Stylistic neighbors
Aaliyah· The Roots· Grandmaster Flash

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Heartbreaker, Parts I & Part II 7:34
  • 2 I Can Make You Dance 9:02
  • 3 Play Some Blues 5:45
  • 4 Spend My Whole Life 4:10
  • 5 We Need the Buck 5:45
  • 6 Tut-Tut (Jazz) 5:15
  • 7 Doo Wa Ditty (feat. Introduction by Mo Ostin) (live) 1:00

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