One Nation Under A Groove

Fried ice cream is a reality! Fried ice cream is a reality! Fried ice cream is a reality! AHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOO

Some really awesome funky moments, some other moments, not so awesome.

8/10 Cracking. I love genre straddling and defying stuff like this A really talented group of musicians doing their thing. Vocals, music all great Some of the rock stuff sounds like Pink Floyd but better to me - more soul in the long guitar solo on the live track One negative is that this seemed about this vibes rather than lyrical depth Best: Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers)

it was funky and a great listen

“One Nation Under A Groove” pretty funky.

Getting down just for the funk of it.

The last part of the album saves it to a 3.

Ambiance de fête, chacun s’éclate dans un immense casse-tête où on s’échange la balle

I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United State of Groove and to the Music for which it stands, one Groove, indivisible, with liberty and funkiness for all

Grooooovy

Just brilliant. It's easy to forget the sillier and more outre performances in later years but this just reminds you not only what amazing players they are but what great songwriters they are too. Maggot Brain. Classic.

It’s a party!!

Drunk on Funk. (That said, "Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers)", fitting with its prolix title and lyrics references to shit and bowels, is basically just psychedelic verbal diarrhea.)

of course it's 5 stars, please, it's funkadelic, i would allow George clinton to cut my head off, you are silly if you expected a different rating

Love it! It doesn't get much funkier, but they rock out more than I have heard on other albums.

I have to admit, I expected more. I didn't recognize an of the tracks, there was certainly some great instrumentation but nothing that made me want to come back for more.

I believe in the funk, the whole funk, and nothing but the funk!

So good, exceeded already high expectations and also made sense of a lot of songs that I'd heard sample it over the years lol

The Mothership brought us The Funk. This album is irrepressible and cannot be denied. Equal parts groove, fun, and genius.

Very fun. You can tell the band is enjoying themselves. I don't think I've ever heard prog funk before. I can see this getting stuck in my head very easily.

This album made me dance across the house Sunday morning and also made me realize how few albums on this list, at least so far, have made me stop what am doing and just be in the groove. This was one of them.

Very good funk album. Very bold and brash yet mild to the ear. Melodically pleasing. I much prefer Maggot Brain but this one was sweet.

this was funky... but not *that* funky, y'know?

The spotify version is 3 songs long, two of which are the same song. Awesome song but the same. Don't know how to rate it but I reckon the real thing is great. I'll go 3, but its an unreliable review, probably should be higher

What a great album for many different reason. A nice mix of genres, great funk short but powerful and not one wasted moment. Love it!

Haven't yet listened

PUT THIS ALBUM ON SPOTIFY!!!! IT BANGS!!!!

Amazing! Funky! Fun!

First guess, 3 stars. But after hearing: "Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!" I put an additional one especially for this song :-)

Good

Funky but falls off due to tracks being too long.

Итс окэй. Maggot Brain понравился гораздо больше. Да, грув; да, в целом интересно. Звучит одновременно и очень 70с (с тогдашними психоделичными фишками и гитар тонами), и очень самобытно. Лучшая песня - One Nation Under A Groove.

love funk music <3

Can't listen

Reingegrooved würd ich mal sagen

Totally funky music. The guitar is screaming!

i honestly don't know what i was expecting from this one, but it was soooo much better than that.

2.5 it aight. Songs are way too long and some are a jumbled mess

This was the first album that I had to buy a physical copy of in order to listen to and I have zero regrets about that. I got a vinyl reissue with the bonus EP, as George Clinton would want me to. My toddler and I danced like lunatics to this and he shouted "I LIKE THIS MUSIC" and it brought me great joy.

Love this band, and this album is just phenomenal

Funk generally isn't really my thing - I like my music to have direction and development, and funk is more of a stationary feeling. But there are times when I want something groovy in the background that doesn't take too much attention, and this is quite good for that. It's a 3, which is the highest I think I can give within this genre.

Rating: 9.5/10 So fun, so funky, so groovy, and so amazing. Favorite songs: pretty much all of them. Least favorite song: Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad.

a neurological enema indeed

This is more like what I would expect from a band called “Funkadelic”! Maggot Brain is hardly funky at all, and feels more like experimental rock, but this has some nice funk to it.

Interesting album. Compared to some other Funkadelic/Parliament albums this one was toned down (for them at least) and had some really good psychedelic guitar work. The bass and groove are as good as always. 4/5 Will listen again

Had to listen on YouTube and kept getting interrupted at odd times for ads. Probably should be a four, but I didn’t get to really experience it properly.

purely because Spotify doesn't have the whole album... :((((

Half of this album made me feel like I was playing Toejam & Earl, the other half melted my face off

messy music, obscene lyrics, only a little funky.

Funkadelic is always worth a listen. You can't help but love musicians that are incredibly skilled and just doing their thing the way they want to. Great vibe and skill. Maggotbrain is a stronger album but this is a great listen, despite having a few less impactful moments. This isn't a listen I'll go back to but I'm glad it exists.

This album didn't do much for me, I like the 1971 album better. This was a bit too loose for me, jam band vibes. On a positive note I wouldn't mind dancing to this, but not an album I'd see myself just putting on for a listen.

Terrible

- wish it was on Spotify - pretty groovy, not much to say again

Another great one!

It was good to run in the background but not good enough to really pay attention to it.

Fantastic p-funk love this album

Well, only 3 songs were available on Spotify, so I can't really judge the album as a whole. But those were some good 3 songs.

Love it

This is great. Clinton at his best, straying from funk to rock and back. Love it. Some songs can drag a little though.

FUNky!

The rare album on this list that has the guts to be funny while also being genuinely great. The singing varies from solid rock-soul to whatever the heck is going on in tracks like Groovalegiance. The high-pitched wailing coupled with a tight funk arrangement is almost too much to handle. It's terrible, brilliant, and ridiculous, all at once. I wasn't even listening to it closely, but I was still head-bopping and toe-tapping for nearly the whole hour. The interacting vocals, littering of little flourishy noises in the mix, Latin American sounding percussion, and a slick guitar-bass combo work together pretty well. The percussion could be a little more interesting. There are some things that knock it down a little. It strays away from typical funk, which is definitely easier listening than whatever this is. The backing vocals are, unusually, kind of messy. The mixing is fine, but during most of the tracks I was thinking, "This would be incredible with some better stereo mixing." 4/5 Key tracks: One Nation Under A Groove, Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock, Cholly, P.E. Squad

Why they didn’t choose the- Standing on the Verge of Getting it On album is a mystery to me!

Funky! And way too short!

Nice, I liked this!

My only complaint is that it's so short. The whole album is a stream of funky goodness that i love the float in

Fried Ice Cream is a reality!

Groovellegiance, Doo Doo Chasers, some good shit on here! See what I did th. But while looking for this album, I passed "Maggot Brain" and in comparison, 'One Nation Under A Groove' wait for it stinks a bit. (Still, I'll put this on the list of Vinyl Records To Own)

Funky fresh!

Really enjoyed the vibes and slightly experimental editing

P.E. Squad / Doo Doo Chasers Maggot Brain instrumentali političke pjesme, funk

Having a little familiarity with this band and always having an appreciation albeit not much knowledge with funk as a genre, I was stoked for this listen. And Funkadelic did not disappoint, starting off at 100 mph with "One Nation Under A Groove", "Groovallegiance", and "Who Says A Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!", admittedly the latter not as good to me as the two former despite rock being my preferred genre. The track "Into You" was reminiscent to me of a local Indy band more active in the 90s called Dog Talk, who blended jazz, funk, rock, and big band much like Funkadelic does on this record. The live version of "Maggot Brain" was mostly guitar solo that melted my brain start to finish - really top-tier stuff. And the last track that made an impression was "Lunchmeataphobia (Think! It Ain't Illegal Yet!)" because honestly it was much heavier of a rock track than WSaFBCPR from previously in the album. I found myself tapping my feet and bobbing my head during 90% of this album, which is exactly what Funkadelic sets out to do here. The quintessential funk band and sound for my money, and this record was a great way to kick off a Friday. 8/10

Fried ice cream IS a reality! I enjoyed this a lot more than I expected, it's just so fun!

From Wikipedia: According to Tom Vickers, who served as Minister of Information for Parliament-Funkadelic from 1976 to 1980, during an impromptu performance in front of the United Nations, a woman who accompanied George Clinton to the event witnessed a U.N worker hoisting the flags in front of the building. When Clinton asked the woman what she thought, she replied, "One Nation Under a Groove".

Si te quieres ahorrar la reseña de este disco, simplemente ponte a escucharlo y así perderás menos el tiempo. Eso que ganas para bailar o deleitarte. Los Funkadelic de George Clinton (P-Funk, Parliament) son una banda imprescindible no solo por sus discos y canciones sino por su influencia en la música contemporánea. Sin ellos no se entiende la evolución de la música negra hacia el funk-disco-soul-y-cualquier-cosa (Prince y M.Jackson incluidos). Su estética, sus directos y estrambóticas puestas en escena también marcaron a las futuras generaciones. En una época en la que el Punk había explotado, en la que apenas un año después se quemaban miles de discos en las Disco Demolition Night, George Clinton fue uno de los motores de la música negra. Algunas ediciones del disco incluyen una versión en directo del clásico Maggot Brain, publicada unos años antes pero igualmente esencial. Poco hay que decir del tema titular, un clásico de obligada escucha y disfrute personal. Groovallegiance tiene un sorprendente desarrollo instrumental, con guitarras y bajos compitiendo por imponer su pericia al alimón con el sintetizador. Who Says A Funk Band Can't Play Rock?! es un tema que presenta lo que su título indica: un híbrido genial de funk-rock que para sí quisieran los Red Hot Chilly Peppers. Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doodoo Chasers) baja las revoluciones pero ni un ápice la calidad (en mi opinión la mejor del lote junto con la titular). La canción que más me gusta. Prince seguramente la tuvo en mente para algunas de sus mejores composiciones (junto con otras tantas de Funkadelic). Ojo a las letras: "The world is a toll-free toilet / Our mouths neurological assholes / And / psychologically speaking / We’re in a state of mental diarrhea" Into You es una golosa balada de tintes psicodélicos, sin embargo sí se hace algo larga en comparación con su predecesora. "Cholly (Funk Getting Ready To Roll!)" es un temazo funk con el que es imposible estar quieto. En total, 6 canciones y apenas 40 minutos. Una hora con los EPs o temas añadidos: instrumentales como el delicioso "P.E. Squad/Doo Doo Chasers" -con la base de "Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers)"- , "Lunchmeataphobia (Think! It Ain't Illegal Yet!)" o el Maggot brain en directo, con un solo de guitarra espectacular. Da igual la duración lo que apetece es volver a darle al play y escuchar una y otra vez. Ha envejecido de forma admirable. Otros discos editados en 1978: debuts de Kate Bush, Dire Straits, Police, Devo y Siouxsie and the banshees, (también Chris Rea y Midnight Oil), así como discos esenciales: C´est CHic, Plastic letters y Paralell Lines, Some Girls, This year´s model, Darkness on the Edge of Town, Incantations, Équinoxe, Ambient 1: Music for Airports, All mod cons, Some girls, Outlandos d´amour los directos de Cheap Trick, Thin Lizzy, Bob Marley, AC-DC y The last waltz, e incluso Grease.

So groovy, very short. 8/10.

Funkadelic cannot flop, they don't know how

I think this was one song, or atleast I couldn't find this album on spotify

If you love Funk, or new to the genre, this is a good intro, although late 70's slant. Parliament is always a treat

Una mezcla perfecta de psicodelia, rock y funk. En tan solo una hora, este disco hace viajar a quien lo escucha por los paisajes más salvajes de la identidad afroamericana de los '70s. Con solos de guitarra exagerados, y producción sumamente trabajosa, este trabajo casi se siente como una cápsula de afro-retro-futurismo que no ha envejecido ni un solo día, ya que perfectamente podría vivir fuera del mismo tiempo. Muy recomendable.

A really cool range here. It clearly shines in its funkiest, dance-floor ready moments but it takes you to some wild, trippy, psychedelic places.

couldn't listen not on spotify - listend to some other stuff to form basis of this review!

It's not bad but somehow it feels awkward, like poorly mixed maybe? I feel the many instruments and voices playing together lack balance in volume. I couldn't say I enjoyed it even if I tried to

This was a difficult album to review as it wasn't on my streaming service, so I had to listen to the whole album in one long YouTube video. However, what it did highlight was how the songs were engaging and sounded good even jumping right into the middle of one. The songs are long, but not in a droning way, like it's a ride with different discoveries along the way. Many goofy and poignant and psychedelic references throughout the lyrics. An interesting album if you're not in a rush and just looking to jam.

What can I say that hasn't been said? One of the funk classics. If it sounds stale to new ears, it is only because so many bands borrowed elements of this record as inspiration for their own voyages in funk. It has been estimated that at least 100 well known artists, including luminaries such as Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Queen Latifah, D'Angelo, and Janet Jackson have sampled the title track on the album, "One Nation Under a Groove". I had to listen to this album on YouTube as it was no available on my streaming service. If it had been available I would have added "One Nation Under a Groove" and "Into You" to my library. "Promentalwashbackpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers)" was one of the few tracks on this album that never really worked for me.

George Clinton (or his Ghost Writer) recalled in his book about Funkadelic, tripping balls, accidentally driving onto the set of Night of the Living Dead. It's one of my favorite Rock N Roll tales. Funkadelic were a raggedy ass, rowdy, Hendrix loving, Zappa inspired, proudly defiant Black band from Detroit who produced some of the wiggiest head music of the era on their debut record and it's follow-up, Free Your Mind...and Your Ass Will Follow. Sonically, it closer to the MC5 or Stooges anchored to Sly and the Family Stone if the Family Stone were on acid. This was the sound of Funk's birth; Not designed to comfort White people, this was for freaks of all races to smoke grass, drop acid and groove. Everybody with a brain and an ass to shake loves this shit. Everybody. Then and now. By the time of 1978's "One Nation", Clinton had invented the Wu-Tang model of main group, side groups, solo stuff, except it was Parliament, Funkadelic, and occasionally, P-Funk. Generally speaking, Parliament was the Afro-Futurist positive cosmology; Funkadelic was the sarcastic satire. Occasionally, this distinction became indistinct, as Funkadelic moved from raggedy to a more polished, bigger sound, embracing the psychedelic qualities of the synthesizer. Still Wiggie. Still Sarcastic Satire. Totally killer The title track has my vote for the United States National Athem. The poetry is better, and it's got a bottomless grove. "Grooveallegiance" might be a better choice, but its slippery contours, coupled with Bernie Worrell's left feel sci-fi synthesizer experiments, make this the front runner for a World Stoner Anthem. "Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!" invents Fishbone's sound, with bouncy funk, distorted guitar, and uplifting chorus that both affirms and reminds us that motherfucking Funkadelic got that shit locked down. "Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers)" lyrically, works several meaning of the Word "Shit" to both celebrate "cleaning your shit" and decry a variety of bullshit artists all who are hangers-on, all delivered with the patented Clinton sermon/insane coke prophet-rant. The line "The fear of being eaten by a sandwich" is so far-out, it reads now as a kind of deconstructive koan, radiating subjective energy. It means *something*, goddammit. I love it. Musically, the languid groove produced by the various players is so chill, you feel compelled to clean your pot and start rolling joints. "Into You" is a wonderful example of the kind of plaintive but extremely horny kind of ballad that Bootsy is known for. If we don't fuck, baby, I will die of this boner. Fuck smooth. Fuck rough. Fuck Jeffrey Osbourne and his suburban slow jams. "Cholly (Funk Getting Ready to Roll)" is an insanely catchy, immanent ass shaking, thesis for the all of Funkadelic. Cholly likes all kinds of music, and will play all it over fat-ass basslines and beats so fucking funky, they kind of short circuit logic. Just move, dumbass. Just move. The bonus EP's "Lunchmeataphobia (Think! It Ain't Illegal Yet!)" and ""P.E. Squad/Doo Doo Chasers " are even weirder slight returns to the themes and characters on the LP. Berlin- Bowie soundscapes and lyrics suggesting that the Bowie thing went to lyrics, with the themes feeling Burroughs Cut-Up. "Maggot Brain/Chant (Think It Ain't Illegal Yet!)" is pure vicious guitar rama-lama, played soulfully, and, in the context of the melody, is absolutely righteous. Eddie Hazel should be in the same breath as Hendrix. Simply, incredible tunes for outer and inner space. Mind your sandwiches, stoners!

Completely bugnuts in the best possible way. Funny, piercing, mind bending.

This band is just a party. I enjoyed all the tracks

Not funky enough, in my opinion. Rock vibe helped a teeny bit. A lot of this sounded the same. Which would be fine if it was interesting. I thought it would be waaaay more groovy. I won't be rushing to listen to this again.

Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock? Not me :) The first 40 minutes are a right old mix of funk psychedelia and craziness (a sermon about a deadly sandwich?) Echoes of Pink Floyd give a hint of where it's heading so I listened to the last 20 minutes lying in dark. Wow, it's fantastic! Like Dark Side of The Moon plus Jimi Hendrix. Earned the album another star as the last section is XXXXX. I will definitely listen to this again and it certainly deserves to be in the top 1001.

A cool listen without loads of standout moments for me, but I also had it on while working on an essay so I’m not sure if that affected things. Funky album :)

Made for good background music but I didn’t find it particularly interesting. Enjoyable enough but I wouldn’t go out of my way to listen again. I do admit my opinion may be slightly affected by the fact that we’ve have 3 funky-ish albums already. One can only funk so much!

A very good friend of mine had me download this album for him a while back. Had a listen and it took me by storm. Instantly became a fan. Mixed this in with my steel pulse and third world playlist, it's like my own personal spliff love it.

I did not listen to this album nor do I wish to.

meh 2/5

Nostalgic look back wit this as background music for many a '78 house party. Now I'll be off, to get down, just for the funk of it

About average for the era

[Strangely not available on Spotify despite other Funkadelics being there. Managed to hunt out most individual tracks there through search.] Not my favourite album of theirs: 1971's Maggot Brain holds that title. This album feels a little less... fresh? raw? Still, it has some solid grooves & some great synchro guitar/bass on 'Cholly'. I also very much enjoyed the taunting string bends on the opening bars of "Who Says A Funk Band Can't Play Rock?"

I think, for all the historic nature of this album, the glory of how it was recorded and thought about by all those involved, thinking it was going to presage a movement of change powered by music, it's a little lost on me. I listened to it about 3 times and it grew on me. Nicely. Feelings and characteristics just developed so nicely. I feel that for this album, it's the time and place has somewhat passed. The sounds are a bit dated, as are the attitudes. I do feel this is a historic album, and I was pretty chuffed to be able to spend time and hear it - and reading up on it was educational - but it lacked personal contemporary value on first listen - I finished with a firm 'nope, it's not one I feel keen to listen to again'. There are other funk albums that I responded to on a first listen, so much better. Yes, Funkadellic is good to experience, there are fantastic features to it. But as a Funk album, it is a bit flat. But, as a Rock album with funk, as a Prog Rock album with some funk, and as a psychedelia album, with some funk, heck I can enjoy this album. I like all those elements when I started to listen for them. It was a fun experience. It's a three stars for me, not quite 4, but I can see it getting there over time.

The funk The whole funk And nothing but the funk.

Funk really isn’t my thing, but I can see why people enjoy it. This is a pretty approachable example of the style, with tracks that should also appeal to soul and rock fans.

Not for me. 2 stars

Quite liked this

Delightful. Dense, complex, balanced, beautiful. A shame this album seems hard to find.

This is a fun one, a Funkadelic album I’m less familiar with. Definitely not as good as Maggot Brain or Free Your Mind, but a fun way to start the day.

This slapped.

I pledge allegiance to the funk. Really fun music, lyrics were very funny.

Kurz und nicht so meins

p408. 1978. 2 stars. Well done of its kind, but wrong audience. Also subject to the usual late 70's wankage.

Maybe a hair below 4, but some good funky grooves on this album.

Funkadelic's album "One Nation Under a Groove" is a joyful celebration of funk in its purest form. From start to finish, the album exudes a free and loose tone that invites listeners to let go and groove along. What sets this album apart is its unapologetic embrace of fun, exemplified by tracks like the hilariously titled "Doo Doo Chasers." I now have the fear of being eaten by a sandwich. Musically, Funkadelic showcases their mastery of the funk genre, effortlessly blending infectious grooves, soulful melodies, and electrifying instrumentation. Lyrically, the band's messages of unity, liberation, and the power of music to uplift resonate deeply, creating an immersive experience for the listener. But perhaps what truly stands out about "One Nation Under a Groove" is its sonorous richness. Each track is a sonic journey, filled with layers of funky basslines, psychedelic guitar riffs, and dynamic vocal harmonies that transport listeners to a world of pure funk bliss. This album is a must-listen for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the irresistible groove of funk.

Very cool stuff but a few of the songs near the end were just too repetitive.

Great album. Would have been 5 stars if it wasnt for that 10+ minute section about shit and poop.

FUNKY

groovy

Not on Spotify, which makes it annoying to judge. Managed to find a version on YouTube, it after about 20 minutes and my fourth adbreak i gave up. There was one funky track near the start I liked, after that it got a bit naff. Move on.

Overall pretty good. Very funky. The guitar is wonderful. However, now it is time for a mini rant. I HATE STREAMING SERVICES. I HATE HOW WHOLE ALBUMS CAN JUST DISAPPEAR LEAVING ME TO LISTEN TO A REUPLOAD ON YOUTUBE RAAAAAHHHH. Thank you for bearing with me. 8/10 Would I listen again? I would IF IT WAS ON ANY STREAMING SERVICE.

I couldn’t for tge life of me find this, so I listened to “One Nation Under A Re-Groove” by The Clinton Administration and it was awesome. 😎

“Which one’s George Clinton??” Not quite as good as the other Funkadelic album I had earlier on. But still quite good. The concepts behind the songs are at the very least interesting and creative. I appreciate that they don’t just write songs about partying or being in love or whatever. The songs are about enemas or taking a dump or whatever the hell some of them were about. It makes it interesting and keeps you on your toes. And besides, who can deny the grooves, man? 4 stars. For some reason this wasn’t on either major music streaming service so I found it on YouTube. Weird. Standout tracks: One Nation Under a Groove, Who Says a Funk Band Can’t Play Rock?, Cholly

I feel like my listening experience to this was like most people's experiences listening to jazz

In the words of my friend Kevin Freiberg - this is a righteous jam. There really is nothing quiet like these dudes man, nothing at all. It feels like the shred could solve the riddle of perpetual motion; plug him in and switch off the reactor, that guitar could power the world for eternity. A righteous jam indeed. Fried ice-cream IS a reality.

For a funk band - with funk actually in their name - I would, quite frankly, expect more funk. This is my second Funkadelic and, while both have been solid albums, they just haven't been that funky. There is a lot of proggy rock here, and lots of loose jamming around those themes. I didn't hate listening to it.

Not listened yet

This album wasn’t on Amazon Music, so I listened to Funkadelic - The Best (1999), just to get a feel for their overall catalog and vibe. I prefer the instrumental parts to the lyrics / vocals.

I'd love to light up a huge blunt with George Clinton. This one can take you places. Really into it.

Half of the songs are "funk" double entendres, the other half are about playing funk music, and the 10% of the 110% is the supercalifragelisticexpitalipsycidelicbootyliscious word play weirdo george p ramblings. Pretty fucking tight. Amazing guitar by kid funkadelic. Fun beats, fun call and response, silly ass but fun lyrics

It's a lot of fun, with lyrics that keep surprising.

Meh, I've heard funkier. The last track was really good though

Was only able listen to the title song

Funky, but too repetitive for my tastes.

Pretty great funkadelic record. Maybe 4.5 but the ads ruined it a bit. Fav part we’re the songs with the chromatic riff/motif

So fun. Repetition can be good in the right genre

Love Funkadelic.

Well that was FUNKY as hell. 4.5/5

For what I could hear on Apple Music. 1 song! It was good funk. 3 stars

did not love it

Ideal if you’re in the mood for some funk

Funkadelic has always been exciting and controversial, and this album was no different.

I could just copy\paste my review for Parliaments Mothership Connection as that covers this album too. Love it. My kind of music. I own the album .... blah blah blah.

Only listened to the title track, why isn’t this on Spotify?

Again Psychedelic [whatever] proves to be my weakness, and Psychedelic Funk should be a crime, and George Clinton should be put on trial for being far too funky for the rest of the world to stand.

Really, really liked the cheering/chanting in the last 40 seconds

George Clinton really just says whatever he wants

LOVED this! wasn't on spotify so had to youtube it and am so glad i did. unreal funk beats, so smooth, so clean, so joyous. just had so much fun with this. title track especially is an incredible ear worm, doesn't feel like seven and a half minutes at all. need this on spotify !!!

poop

This one’s not available on Spotify… bummer. YouTube to the rescue. 1978 funk. I graduated high school in 1978, and was not especially big on funk at the time.. I was a rock and roll guy, with narrower tastes than evolved over time. So this simply wasn’t on my radar. And this specific album has never made to ears. And it absolutely grooves. It’s certainly funky, but the grooves dominate. The songs all pretty long, mostly 7 minutes or more, and they mostly hang around their grooves. It’s all very enjoyable, if not especially memorable. Not a lot of hooks to bring you back. This would be a good album to have on at a party, or cruising. Solid 3

sounds like a good album for fans of funk, but i doubt ill ever listen to it again

Music to get your shit together by. Makes painfully clear how trite most of what we listen to really is.

One Nation Under a Groove Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?

I couldn’t find this album on Spotify so I had to listen one song at a time on YouTube. I can’t handle the ads, so I didn’t get far. That said, I get what it is. Classic funk. I’ll give it a lightly-informed 3.3

Definitely more rock forward, but has some disco and progressive sounds as well. Not my favorite -- feels a little frenetic, but that's probably what they were after. Good, but I prefer "Maggot Brain" or deeper still "Mothership Connection" 3.4

I like it, I just can’t get all the way there with it. 3/5

A new one for me! I like the funky, 80s vibes at the start. Some cool talking in the middle. I like the use of whistles in first track, weirdly! This gets a bit dull and monotonous towards the end tho… strong start, weak finish. Maybe needs more than one listen. Will give the band some attention tho for sure: Couldn’t find the album anywhere except YouTube.

Best Song: Maggot Brain. I don't know if the Maggot Brain album appears on this list, but if it does that'll be the best track on that album too. I don't think I've heard anything that instrumentally strikes such a deep cord with me as this track. Worst Song: Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad. It's funky as hell, but the people all speaking in unison just doesn't work for me. It's like they're not unified enough. Overall: I mean the whole thing if fucking bananas. It's weird and all over the place, while also being fun and musically tight. What happens when you combine the perfect amount of talent with the perfect amount of drugs.

Always enjoy a bit of Funkadelic, though prefer Maggot Brain as an album. Regardless, great music to have on in the background to keep things ticking along nicely. (3.5)

Funky, but would have been better if it was more concise, most songs felt like they rambled on too long.

Classic

I really enjoyed this album and the genre isn't one I usually love so even though my enjoyment of it was probably only a 4/5, I will give it a 5 given that it had to work against my own taste.

fonky

This album was fun. I had to listen on youtube so I'm trusting that the playlist was accurate. The songs had a variety of sounds and I enjoyed the lyrics. You truly can insert the word 'funk' into almost anything. I probably wouldn't seek this album out but I did like it. 7/10

Suena fenomenal. 3/5.

Started off strong. And I generally like Funkadelic ... but one of my least endearing traits is how much I hate toilet humor and so the fourth track was rough and the album never regained ground with me after that.

pretty much has everything you expect from a p funk album, a true album experience from start to finish

Very funky! I did not like that one song that had the guy saying stuff and everyone else repeating it. But overall pretty good. I probably wouldn’t listen again though.

i liked most of the album but whatever song had the weird shit chants was just bad

So good. Except ‘promentalshit…’ really rug-pulled the rest of the album. I have heard some Funkadelic before but none of these. Accessibility hurts this one; as good as it is, should be on streaming platforms. 4/5

fun!

Album incomplete on Spotify

Songs are definitely too long for my taste, but they're fine. Besides, this album gave us "Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers)", so it can't be bad. Best Song: Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?! Worst Song: Cholly (Funk Getting Ready to Roll!) Fried Ice Cream: A Reality Available on Spotify?: lol no get real >:P Album Score: 6/10

Interesting that this is the first album in 100+ I've come across that was taken off Spotify. But it's another banger from Funkadelic. Some of it is a little silly, sure, but it's not often you find this kind of mix of great music that is not meant to be take seriously. As always with pretty much anything George Clinton related, the musicianship is what really stands out here. Just fantastic playing all around. Maggot Brain, as always, is a treat. Absolutely one of the best instrumentals of all time. 4.5/5 but rounding down to 4 because of the ridiculous album cover that looks like something I drew in 3rd grade.

What really stands out to me now that I completely missed 45+ years ago is how much this album rocks. The guitar work is fantastic. https://open.substack.com/pub/richcain/p/project-1001-one-nation-under-a-groove?r=4ztyq&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

I wanted to give this a higher rating -it’s fun and shows great musicianship - but it started to lose me around the midway point. I waffled on the rating; going off the idea that they’re based on my first impression, I’m settling on a 3 for now. On another day, perhaps a different score.

Heard Funkadelic before, obviously, but not this record. Pretty much every track is amazing. The only one I found a bit lyrically grating was Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers), but still funky AF. Favourite tracks: One Nation Under a Groove, Groovallegiance, Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!, Cholly (Funk Getting Ready To Roll!) - the damn riff in the outro is FIRE

Unfortunately could not give this entire album a listen. Only one song; not enough to give a full critique. Strange it is not available on Spotify...

So good, what a shame it’s not on spotify

The album started great and just kind of meandered on from there. I didn't dislike anything here but I also don't think I'd come back to it as an entire album.

Excellent Album. Not quite my groove, but worthy of 4 stars...

Je l'écoute en terminant les corrections du chapitre 1 :D

Now this is what I'm talking about. I met George Clinton working security at the One World fest in 96. It was the P funk all stars with Fishbone and I think James Brown headlined with Bootsy Collins. This is the fest where I didn't recognize De La Soul and made them take the long way To The Stage cause they didn't have the right passes. I'm an idiot, they were great. Any who this album was fun.

Admittedly, I only listened to half of this on YouTube, but wasn’t into it as much as earlier Parliament/Funkadelic albums.

I really like this record. I love how hard it rocks. This is pretty metal, just listen to those guitars.

First time listening to Funkadelic. I like some of it, not too fond of the silliness

Only one track available on Spotify.

Progressive! Wish I could hear it on something other than youtube though.

Funkadelia Smith.

i'm sorry folks, but it's time to publicly declare that I am not and never will be funky. i've made my peace with it, you should too, then we can all move on with our lives

It's funky and it rocks. I dig it's message of peace, the grooves are irresistible and the musicianship (particularly the live version of Maggot Brain!) is amazing. Maybe it gets a bit too much at times, but for the most part it's great.

Album not available on Spotify.

You cannot find it to listen to it anywhere on line. I selected specific songs and it sounds like it would be a good album (for once!!!)

This is my first Funkadlelic album to review, but I did review Parliament's Mothership Connection (which I loved) early on in my journey. I wasn't terribly impressed by this album. The guitar playing was great, and there were some pretty good moments sprinkled throughout the album, but the songs were way too long, and they never really managed to go anywhere interesting. "Who Says A Funk Band Can't Play Rock" was easily the bright spot on the album for me; it was really the only song on the album that made me want to groove along with it. The song were really repetitive, but "Who Says A Funk Band Can't Play Rock" was the one song where I didn't mind the repetition. I'm hoping that I'll enjoy Maggot Brain more than I enjoyed this.

3.75

Pretty groovy.

Funk Daddy Pussy. So good.

A lot of fun. If I did drugs I could see falling in love with this. For whatever reason this wasn't available on YouTube Music, so it's technically going to be hard for me to revisit it. But even if there wasn't a stupid technical reason I don't imagine this would get regular play from me.

super enjoyable, and one of the greatest discoveries of 1001 albums for me - who knew i liked funk so much? i wish it was on spotify so i could listen more often!

what a great funk album, damn. the grooves and musicians are all locked in and sound amazing. i wish this album were on spotify so i could hear it more but at least they have maggot brain. favorites: groovallegiance, into you, maggot brain/chant, lunchmeataphobia

NASTY and gorgeous.

The funk gods have blessed me on this day... I really thought I hated funk, turns out I just hate when Prince does it. This album was an amazing experience, it felt just like that moment when you're eating your favorite chocolate and savoring the taste.

„Maggot Brain“ live ist ein tolles Gitarrensolo. Der Rest ist Selbstbeweihräucherung und Drugs-Beat verstaubter Party Keller der 70er. Wenn diese Songs der Spirit der 70er sein sollte, weiß man warum die Welt auf ABBA wartete.

Funk masterpiece

One thing I’m finding is that i really like funk however this was not funky enough for me, strangely enough. Far too many rambling smooth passages that just don’t do it for me. Disappointing tbh

They really like to say the word funk. This is close to a 5 but something I'm not sure of is holding it back. Maybe if some of the songs were a little shorter/tighter/not as repetitive it would have clicked a little more. However, this album has a lot of really great bass parts, and I will definitely check out some other albums by them.

Love George and the gang! Fun album

RnB, funk, 1978 -> 2

Released in 1978, Funkadelic's "One Nation Under A Groove" stands as a landmark in funk music, achieving both critical acclaim and commercial success. This review delves into the album's lyrical content, musical tapestry, production value, thematic exploration, and lasting influence, while also addressing its strengths and weaknesses. Lyrics: The album's lyrics are a playful blend of social commentary and pure fun. Tracks like the title track and "Groovallegiance" promote unity and liberation through the unifying power of funk. Songs like "Who Says A Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!" challenge musical boundaries with playful defiance. However, beneath the infectious grooves, deeper social messages emerge. "Can't Judge a Book by Looking at the Cover (Slipe Away)" critiques societal prejudices, while "Lunchmeataphobia" explores anxieties and societal pressures. The lyrics are rarely overt, relying on double entendre and metaphor, adding complexity and leaving room for personal interpretation. Music: Musically, "One Nation Under A Groove" is a vibrant tapestry of influences. It merges the infectious rhythms of funk with the raw energy of rock and psychedelic elements. Guitar riffs, courtesy of Bernie Worrell and Eddie Hazel, are a constant force, ranging from soulful melodies to scorching solos inspired by Jimi Hendrix. The rhythm section, anchored by bassist Bootsy Collins and drummer Jerome Brailey, pulsates with energy. Keyboards by the newly-joined Walter "Junie" Morrison add layers of texture and ethereal soundscapes. The album's musical strength lies in its seamless blending of genres, creating a unique sound that is both danceable and intellectually stimulating. Production: Produced by George Clinton and Eddie Hazel, the album displays a clear vision with a raw and funky aesthetic. The sound is thick and layered, with each instrument occupying its own space while contributing to the overall groove. However, the production occasionally lacks the polish of more commercially-focused tracks, which some listeners may find rough around the edges. Themes: Unity, liberation, and musical evolution are the central themes woven throughout the album. The title track proposes a "nation" united by the groove, transcending societal divisions and fostering joy. This message of inclusivity extends to musical boundaries, as songs like "Who Says A Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!" challenge genre limitations. Furthermore, the album explores themes of self-discovery and empowerment. "Can't Judge a Book by Looking at the Cover (Slipe Away)" encourages listeners to embrace individuality, while "Electric Miles" celebrates the transformative power of music. These themes resonate with listeners seeking inspiration and a sense of belonging. Influence: "One Nation Under A Groove" exerted a significant influence on music across various genres. It helped solidify funk's presence in the mainstream and paved the way for artists like Prince and Red Hot Chili Peppers who blurred the lines between funk and rock. The album's experimentation with psychedelic and rock elements also inspired future generations of musicians exploring genre-bending soundscapes. Pros and Cons: Pros: Innovative and genre-bending sound Infectious rhythms and catchy melodies Lyrical messages that are both playful and thought-provoking Enduring influence on popular music Cons: Production may sound rough to some listeners Lyrics can be cryptic and open to interpretation Some songs may lack the immediate accessibility of mainstream pop music Conclusion: "One Nation Under A Groove" is not just a funk masterpiece, but a testament to the power of music to transcend boundaries and inspire unity. While it may have minor production limitations and cryptic lyrics, the album's musical innovation, thematic depth, and lasting influence solidify its place as a landmark in music history. It continues to resonate with listeners seeking an uplifting and thought-provoking sonic experience.

Weirdly mostly missing from Spotify, but also something I've had on physical media in the past. Boogie wonderland. One album under the same groove.

Outstanding album! funk, psychodelia, R&B/jazz. Instrumentals are outstanding. Bit of trouble founding online version to listen but was worth the trouble.

Overall great, especially the guitar songs.

This is some fun enjoyable funk music. George Clinton is pretty remarkable as an artist. Eclectic talented and not afraid to push boundaries on sound. This was good but the latter half of the album was mostly just instrumental jamming out. It was overal good but I may have gone higher if there was more funk throughout. 6.6/10

Great music, not my listening style. Super jazzy tho

That was a treat! Stays on the phone until the next purge.

Totally wild album. It's funky yes, but it's spacey, constantly changing, strange sounds, spoken words in the back ground, crazy synths. It's a fun time and enjoyed it. Unfortunately not available on Apple Music so I had to listen on YT which sort of degrades the experience not knowing the active track. Still recommended!

This is an absolutely fantastic album

Lots of reviews say this is funkadelic's best album. I disagree. Uncle Jam Wants You is better IMHO, but I grew up on that album. Maggot Brain is listed as a bonus track. Always think of Ken's Show on WFMU when I hear.

I don't love this, but thank god for Funkadelic anyway.

Not my favourite George Clinton album - may not even make the top five - but look, it's still four stars. This whips ass.

I kind of love Pfunk, Funkadelic and all of that scene. It was incredibly influential on some great pop but is great in itself. I don't mind the prog funk approach to songs and very happily get into the groove here.

love the unique blend of genres, definitely a great album, didn't settle enough with me for it to be a 5/5 though

Pretty good album with great guitar playing, but I am not very well versed in funk and some of this album was just odd. Maybe it's a George Clinton thing

Wow. Albums like this are why I started this project. Easiest 5/5 I've given so far

Ik kende van dit album eigenlijk Maggot Brain. Nu kan ik met trots zeggen dat ik een paar nummertjes gefavoriet heb uit dit album. Funk heeft mijn hart nooit veroverd, maar met dit album komt het toch ietsjes dichterbij de waardering die het genre vast en zeker verdient. Who says a jazz band can't play dance music? Who says a rock band can't play funky? Who says a funk band can't play rock? Dit album is een samenkomst van funk/psychedelische rock, en soms aardig dansbare muziek. De titelsong van dit album pakt me meteen. One nation under a grooooove. Zo catchy. Echt een ontdekking. Highlights: Who says a funk band can't play rock? Maggot Brain, One Nation Under A Groove. Rating: 6/10. Deels omdat het ook niet geheel op spotify te vinden is :(

Het werd hoogtijd dat we de absurde en kleurrijke wereld van P-Funk eens gingen betreden. Het is een koninkrijkje die zoveel dwarsverbanden heeft met andere genres, maar toch volledig uniek is én ongetwijfeld de gangbare muziek is in een andere dimensie. Psychedelica en funk werden in het verleden natuurlijk meermaals gefuseerd, maar deze vreemde vogels deden het op zo'n excentrieke en gelikte wijze dat ze letterlijk hun eigen genre zijn, P-Funk dus. De opener zet direct de positieve toon van het album. Het laat de luisteraar ook onmiddellijk weten dat Funkadelic het ministerie van de 'grooves' is, en dat als zij zeggen dat je moet dansen, dan doe je dat. ''Do you promise to funk? The whole funk, nothin' but the funk'' is de iconische leus die constant terug te horen is op het album. Dat het een album is dat zich in cirkels voortbeweegt is symptomatisch voor de lengte van vele nummers. Ondanks dat je snel gevangen zit in de aanstekelijke groove, haalt het ook een beetje van de verrassingsfactor weg, iets waar het collectief normaal in grossiert. De Groovallegiance gaat daarna verder met het gelijknamige nummer, dat ik door de gebreken van Spotify niet eerder had gehoord. Een song waar Junie Morrison en Bernie Worrell duidelijk wat keyboardvingers in de pap hadden, gekenmerkt door het laidback ritme, en hier en daar zelfs een beetje spelend met Reggae. De song trekt je uit de ogenschijnlijk oneindige groove van het openingsnummer, en injecteert een zalige dosis psychedelic R&B. Een hidden gem zullen we hem maar noemen. 'Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!' rond kantje 1 op iconische wijze af. Het P-Funk collectief valt moeilijk met een pen te beschrijven, en al helemaal niet met één nummer. Deze komt het beste in de buurt, en staat symbool voor het fluïde karakter van het ensemble, qua genre, maar ook zeker ook op het spectrum mens --- alien. Drugged up vocals, scheurende Hendrix gitaren, een gospelkoortje, discoritmes, het zit er eigenlijk allemaal wel in. Het gitaarwerk doet me denken aan het Eddie Hazel (Maggot Brain) tijdperk van Funkadelic, wat mij iets beter ligt dan deze fase, en alleen daarom al is dit mijn favoriet van het album. Ook hier hoor je lichtelijk repetitieve vocals, maar door de stompende bass line en intrigerende solo kon ik het beter hebben dan bij het openingsnummer. 'Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers)' laat een ander centraal element in de wondere wereld van P-Funk schijnen zoals het in geen ander nummer op deze plaat doet: de absurdistische humor. De poepgrapjes zouden je bijna afleiden van de uitzinnige uithalen, en misschien wel het beste gitaarspel op het album. George Clinton spreekt als een predikant metaforisch over de muziek van Funkadelic, en de dwaasheid van de mens in het algemeen, maar dan specifiek rond het thema uitwerpselen. Precies, er is geen band zoals zij. Het is een plaat die van tijdrekken een kunst maakt, maar als één groep geniale gekken dat op een interessante manier kan doen dan zijn zij het wel. Het is lang niet mijn favoriete werk uit hun flamboyante catalogus, maar als je voorbij de ietwat langdradigere grooves en over de top weirde lyrics kijkt dan is er weer zoveel muzikaal vernuft te vinden. Je luistert uiteindelijk naar een historie van zwarte muziek. Funk, psychedelic rock, R&B, soul, disco, ze beheersen het allemaal, en tegelijkertijd openen ze de deuren voor de West Coast G-Funk van Dre en 90s neo-soul. Een spetterend muziekfeest, met George Clinton als host, en owee als je in je zondagse kleding komt. 7,5/10 Highlights: Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?! Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers)

Ik had me voorgenomen om hier niks te noemen over het feit dat dit album niet op Spotify te luisteren is. Maar ik moet toch zeggen dat de luisterervaring toch beter is zónder reclames over vakantiehuizen, M&M's of spaarrentes... That said, wel genoten van deze plaat. Echt een funk-klassieker die vol zit met gekkigheden. Van de cover-art tot de song-titels. De lage praatstem, koortjes, gekke geluidjes en rare stemmen. Letterlijke shout-out naar de uithaal (2x) in Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad. Toen zat ik echt even op het puntje van mijn stoel. Er zit wel iets te weinig lijn in de plaat. De nummers viben lekker door maar zijn soms ook een beetje rommelig en staan nogal los van elkaar. Wat mij daarnaast verwonderd; er is geen genre waar genre, band en lyrics/songtitles elkaar zo vaak noemen. ALLES IS FUNK. Het band vernoemd naar een genre, en vervolgens weer een genre naar een band (p-funk). Vervolgens zingen ze ook de hele tijd over Funk (Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!). Uniek hoe een relatief kleine groep muzikanten een genre zo hebben gevormd/toegeëigend. Anyway, wel heel vermakelijk! 7/10 Highlights: One Nation Under A Groove Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad

LOVE ITTTTT LOVE FUNKADELIC AND THIS ALBUM IS ONE OF MY FAVS

Great grooves. This holds up.

I couldn’t listen to it on spotify but i like their other stuff

Ermmmm it's not on spotify!

Tough to track down the full album anywhere so had to pull each up on YouTube. A cool mix of funk and social message. I enjoyed the music but found myself vibing more to the earlier songs by them that would come up next on YouTube. 3/5 album but I’ll definitely check out more by them.

Super funky. Unfortunate that it's so limited in availability.

Totally enjoyable funk. I don’t have enough knowledge to know where this falls on the pantheon of great funk, but it had great musicianship, great grooves, and was a lot of fun to listen to.

It is what I’d expect from the name of the band and the album title. Funky, groovy, some charmingly weird lyrics occasionally. It was a lot like the Parliament Funkadelic album Mothership Connection for me, enjoyable but didn’t completely hook me into the sound.

A funk classic.

I tend to prefer instrumental funk, and those types of track really shine in this album (moreso funk-rock I guess, especially Maggot Brain). The other tracks weren’t that memorable (save for the title track) and kind of drag on a bit. Maybe a product of its time, as a lot of these early funk records are a bit similar in that vein.

So unbelievably funky

Would love to rate this but I can only find the title track on Spotify

Flawless. 5

I have no idea what to even say about this. There's an entire song about poop, though. So that's fun.

I must admit before pledging my allegiance to the funk I was suffering from moral and mental diarrhea. Under the groove of this album I finally had the musical bowl movement I’d been waiting for. Now I no longer fear being eaten by a sandwich. Hallefunkinlujah!

Day42 - first of all it’s not on apple music which is a pain. listening to it on youtube just isn’t the same but it seems less funky and more psychedelic

Breaking news: Funkadelic is a band you should listen to. I don't know what else to say about this band, or this record in particular. It's a perfect jam record. You don't get funkier or trippier than this.

The only flag I pledge allegiance to belongs to the United Funk of Funkadelica.

It's a funkadelic album. Not my favorite, but it still has that creamy funk sound that I keep coming back for 4/5

Couldn't listen to it on Spotify so I listened to their other hits.

Great guitar

Really really enjoyed this album. It's got a lot of the funk you would expect from George Clinton, but there's also a ton of Hendrix-inspired psychedelic rock and even prog rock too ("Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!"—not I!). A lot of the songs are really long, but they kept my interest. You could also just vibe out to it as background music if you wanted. "Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis Enema Squad (The Doo Doo Chasers)" is batshit crazy, in the best way possible. Ridiculous but kind of poignant at the same time. The guitar shredding on the last (live) song is something Hendrix and Prince would be proud of. "I love jazz, I love rock, anything with a swing"—this line from "Cholly (Funk Getting Ready To Roll)" sums up the album pretty well. 5/5

Manso álbum, no es mi estilo pero está muy bien elaborado

It's hard to dislike Funkadelic--they are a genre defining band, and beyond that, they're just great fun to listen to. One Nation Under A Groove sounds a little more disco than their earlier albums, and I prefer the more pyschedelic side of the band. Of course, this album does include the incredible "Promentalshitbackwashpsychosis", "Who Says A Funk Band Can't Rock?!" and the title track--all are sick bangers. If you like this album, look back in their catalog as well as more recent stuff and see what you like. There's a rich body of work to discover.

Another painful YouTube listen! I found that many of the tracks sounded similar to each other, and some were a little too long (most were a little too long). A fun listen

I'm not usually into funk - but this was pretty fun (for about the first half!) Some of the songs went on a bit too long and a bit too much shredding in the later tracks for my taste. No idea which song was which because I had to listen through youtube so they all sort of ran into each other.

Yep. That's Funkadelic alright.

I could totally see prince and Jimmy Hendrix in this album. They would’ve loved to of played a studio musicians I think on this enjoy the fun edge to all the trucks.

It is, indeed, funky

only one track in the UK

Couldn’t find all of this

this is what riding journey into imagination stoned is like

Not the sound I would expect from what I have heard from Funkadelic, a lot more electric guitar riffs then I have come to expect. Very fun and chill album, good for cooking in the kitchen or grilling outside.

Fine stuff. Note to self; need to hear more.

Incredible musicianship

Joah. Nicht die Offenbarung.

Great P-funk album. A good mixture of rock and funk. Not Maggot Brain level but still cool.

It seems like they had fun making this album

fucking so good. unfortunately had to listen on youtube which had ads throughout and kinda messed up the listen. only not a 5 because of the live track at the end that weren’t up to the rest of the album’s standards

Very short, funk, no thanks

really digging this

I like it. Mood boosting, energizing

Could only listen to the first song of the album(The rest were unavailable). But that one song was enough for me to listen to a majority of their discography.

A funky journey.

Some great songs!

One nation, under funk

If you asked me if I like funk as a genre, I would probably say yes, but in reality I'm not sure whether I like it or more the idea of it. In practice, for my tastes it either seems to be too repetitive or indulges too much in goofiness that takes away from the musical experience. Not so with Nation Under a Groove. The creativity and musicianship here are superfluous. There are a few spots where it threatens to float away into '70's vocal band' territory, but Bootsy and Stingray are ultimately able to keep it grounded (we definitely need more bass singers in popular music). Each track has its own vibe and personality while remaining a cohesive collective, and the exact same can be said for the players; one nation under a groove indeed. This is exactly what it says on the tin, and everything you'd want in a funk album.

Fantastic album, found on YouTube

Two tracks..

This record is so much fun. Had to listen on YouTube, it’s not on the streaming services which is a bummer.

Album muito dançante, me faz querer por uma calça boca de sino e ir dançar no salão. Em certos momentos me lembro de Hendrix, em outros me vem a mente algumas bases produzidas pelos Racionais MCs ou mesmo músicas do Boggie Naipe (Adicto), do Mano Brown. Excelente, acho que esse albúm ficará entre os meus favoritos.

Muy groovy

I thought I always liked Maggot Brain better but this was very good too. More jamming. More rock.

This is not an album - it's one song, repeated. Great for ticking one off the list, bad for enhancing your life with the joys of music.

Solo una canción accesible en 2 versiones desde Spotify. Con ritmo y estilo discotequero propio de los 70. Falta saber algo más acerca del disco

Los riffs de guitarra brillan en el sonido funk. Me parecio algo monotono.

If you’ve heard any Funkadelic or were a fan of g-funk rap from the early 90’s, you’ll definitely hear some musical motifs that are instantly recognizable. One Nation Under a Groove exemplifies how Funkadelic never let themselves get boxed in with pure funk. Groovallegiance brings in some great latin jazz feeling, and while Bootsy Collins might be the best known Funkadelic bassist, Rodney “Skeet” Curtis’ bass grooves have a chance to really shine here. Who Says a Funk Band Can’t Play Rock Music?! would be the 2nd entry in the book on how to understand Funkadelic, right behind any of their myriad tracks about grooving. They want to incorporate the sounds that make sense to them, and even the ones that don’t make sense at times. Predefined genres be damned - Funkadelic will stretch those expectations and pull it together in a nice melting pot that's funky as all hell. I would argue that this album leans in more to their rock sound than other albums. The funk is absolutely still there, but this record is definitely a rocker. Highly recommended; the same that I would say for almost all of their catalog.

Funky

Not bad. It was a good Monday morning listen

If you've got an arse, this is going to set it in motion.

one nation under a groove, groovallegiance, prometalshitbackwashpsychosis and maggotbrain

solid funk album!!

Wish this was on spotify. Didn't think I would be big into this but holy I was by the end.

Only two tracks available on Spotify...

the Beatles if they were Brazilian. Disfrutarlo, me gustó.

Great bump to start the work week

There is not enough good funk in the world. Rounding up because this album should be available to hear in more places than just YouTube.

Gear: DCA ÆON 2 Noire Mix (2015 Remaster): flirrende Details und humorvolle Überraschungen in der Instrumentierung am laufenden Band. Bass unerwartet nicht auf die Party eingeladen. Mix insgesamt enttäuschend und zu heiß für mich. Musik: 🎸🎤🆒🤷‍♂️ Wertung: 2-3/5

Really enjoyed it. I do tend to have trouble with the longer jams but still good for what it is. Rating: 4.0

Ett trevligt album med stycken från olika genrer. Det känns ganska brutalt. Inte bra.

Played very well instrumentally and a good mix of Rock and Funk, but I did not like the songwriting that much.

no está en spotify así q en su lugar escuché maggot brain :p iconic, así q esto es p-funk, funk+rock? banco

Amo el funk desde ahora

Can’t believe I had never listened to the full album.

Favorite song: Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?! My partner wonders why their album "Uncle Jam Wants You" wasn't selected instead for this project.

George Clinton's Parliament/Funkadelic is one of my earliest and strongest musical influences. Shame this album is not really widely available for streaming outside of the generosity of one youtuber. I think it's also one of the only genres that integrates humor really well without sacrificing the artists being taken seriously. Fried Ice Cream IS a reality!! I think the first half of the album is stronger, and the album Maggot Brain remains my fave (unless you count Parliament's Mothership Connection - I prefer the p funk to what here sounds more like funk-infused psychadelic prog rock), but its a really solid album regardless that manages to showcase a wider range of musical ideas.

Not my thing but not bad. That ending was insane. High 3.

Not sure why this isn't streaming somewhere. I thought this was a good but not great album. I like the muscianship better than the vocal performances. I don't think this stands up as well as Sly and the Family Stone.