An ambitious work that inherits and evolves the traditions of funk.
An album by Earth, Wind & Fire that fuses the group's spiritual elements with a modern funk sound.
This ambitious album builds on the group's traditional funk style, incorporating a more digital and contemporary sound. It features a fusion of horns and synthesizers, resulting in clear rhythms and rich harmonies. Maurice White's production is meticulous, with each song clearly depicting a different theme. The collaboration with guest musicians is also effective, showcasing the band's new direction. The recording is three-dimensional, with an excellent balance of rhythm and chorus. It's a fulfilling album that carries on tradition while also feeling forward-looking.
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17 TRACKS:
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1)
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Interlude: Soweto
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2)
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Takin' Chances
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3)
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Heritage
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4)
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Good Time
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5)
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Interlude: Body Wrap
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6)
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Anything You Want
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7)
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Interlude: Bird
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8)
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Wanna Be The Man
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9)
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Interlude: Close To Home
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10)
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Daydreamin'
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11)
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King Of Groove
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12)
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I'm In Love
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13)
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For The Love Of You
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14)
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Motor
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15)
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Interlude: Faith
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16)
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Welcome
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17)
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Soweto (Reprise)
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Mixed By - Jon Gass
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Recorded By - John Agnello
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Bass - Verdine White
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Lead Vocals - Philip Bailey
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Lead Vocals, Kalimba - Maurice White
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Producer - Maurice White
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Recorded By - Frankie Blue
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Recorded By - Les Pierce
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Recorded By - Mitch Gibson
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Recorded By - Robert Macias
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Mastered By - Eddy Schreyer
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Recorded By - Paul Klingberg
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Trumpet - Ray Brown (2)
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Saxophone - Gary Bias
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Percussion - Ralph Johnson
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Drums - Sonny Emory
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Guitar, Vocals - Sheldon Reynolds
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Recorded By - Dave Luke
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Saxophone - Andrew Woolfolk
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Trombone - Reggie Young (2)
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Recorded By - Jesse Kanner
