Reviews (page 10 of 14)
Liked Song LeFreak
The name of the album is the review.
Boring, snooze-fest except for their one hit song.
Kind of not as upbeat as I'd hope for since it kind feels repetitive or at least boring in some way to me.
muito dançante, e só. repetitivo, como um salão de dança nos anos 70. Passo....
Disco still sucks.
Guitar tone is so strong. Guitar solo on “savoir fare” had me thinking about the drum solo on “Aja:” I didn’t want it to end.
Meh, should have stayed a one hit wonder
As a child of the 70s, I really enjoyed this one.
groovy man
Boring
chic chic chic chic chic chic
I liked the upbeat stuff, but really not into the slow stuff. More good than bad, I liked it.
It feels wrong to be snooty about the marvellous Niles Rodgers and a band that have been so important and influential in disco and pop. But this is half an album only. Two amazing songs, but as a whole it's fairly uneven.
Listened Before? N For what they are, Chic is a killer band. 70's disco/dance tracks including a couple of classics here. Enjoyed this one. Added to Library? N Songs added to playlist: Le Freak
Fun and super listen able
Very fun Big fan of any artist that makes sure you know they are
Great album, fine example of 1970's funk and soul
Undeniable is the fact that, for most of the songs on this album, one gets a Party vibe... freak out! Undeniable is the fact that the groove is Tight! Undeniable is the fact that, from a musician standpoint, they knew what they were doing! Undeniable is the fact that ALL songs last TOO long... which is a shame!
You'd have to have been living under a rock for the last 50 years to not have Chic indoctrinated into your consciousness. Familiar, and toe-tapping chic-ness.
Couple of all time classic songs and the rest is pretty good. Nile Rogers rocks.
Funky
It was ok
The grooviest of all time! Love me some Nile & Bernard. Timeless!
Not my type of music
Classic, foundational disco. Disco isn't really my thing but I did enjoy this.
fine
Not a fan of this…
I liked the two hits I knew and I generally have good feelings about Edwards-Rogers, and the rest was OK.
This was a fun little album to listen to. I liked disco more than I thought I would. 3/5
Can you call funky classic these days? It feels like that to me. Easy to listen to, though at least one of the songs could benefit from some more lyrics than just repeating pretty much one phrase over and over.
4-
60/100 Good disco album with a classic song. Some of the songs do seem to drag on for a bit and the intro is incredibly boring
Le Freak is the strong standout, but every other song slightly overstays its welcome.
I had another of CHIC's albums on here before (Risque). This album has that song Le Freak on it which is solid. The rest of the album was mediocre. The thing I hate about disco is the music is funky and usually fairly solid, but they sing a chorus, then keep repeating it for like 5 minutes and call it a song. The music has no substance. It always feels to me like they spend 95% of their time making the music and then go.... Oh yeah, we need lyrics..... Favourite songs: Le Freak, Happy Man Least favourite songs: At Last I Am Free, (Funny) Bone (I Don't need a song which is almost 4 minutes of people laughing. No one does). 3/5
As others have noted, it’s good disco music with some great instrumentation, but every song is too long. Which is honestly pretty standard for disco. I mean, Rasputin feels about an hour long, so I think this is par for the course
I dug the disco/funk vibes, but many tracks suffered from repetitive hooks and a lack of development. Also, songs tended to drag on longer than needed, usually simply looping the instrumental backing track without vocals, sometimes including a lackluster guitar solo. Didn’t age well in the genre, considering its contemporaries.
Classic Chic album. I like it just as much as Risque and an easy 5 stars.
Very entertaining and great fun to listen to.
I wasnt expecting it to go that hard, genuinely very fun front to back. It's very well executed
Le Freak carrea el album.
I get Le Freak is really famous, but it's really bland. Good for bg music, not so much for active listening. Some songs were quite good tho, just not the highest regarded ones
Solid disco album. Didn't know I knew a song by this band. Not my absolute favorite though.
Has a good song, but otherwise boring.
not my scene at all but it’s still genius
I didn't like it, but I didn't not like it
3 stars
Wonderful surprise. I've always thought of this as a "silly disco album" + "Freak Out", but it is actually a great album. Really loved the "orchestral landscapes" that enhance the rhythm vibe. Awesome!
Interesting that the genres don't include disco. This one definitely rises above its peers for me. So groovy. So tight. Those bass lines alone earn a star. I had I Want Your Love on repeat for a while. Really love it when artists give a song plenty of room to breathe. Pleasantly surprised 🙂
Let’s not talk about this as disco (which one thinks history will be relatively kind to, or at least more so than many haters / demolitioners might expect) but rather as smooth and sophisticated R&B inflected pop. The beats and grooves lilt and then elevate, make one tap one’s toes and then toggle one’s head. And isn’t the tempo sort of refreshing to the much darker, closed-off and frenetic paces of house, EDM and more recent vintages of (mere) dance music. This is infectious pop, with more soul and melancholia than is commonly recognized. The bass groove into the bank of horns, into the hustling guitar riff, and the return of the bells (plus strings most elegant) on “I Want Your Love” is so good (understated, too) and rewards careful listening. “Savoir Fair” is awesomely hip, swingingly melancholic, a most memorable groove. This is not an extremely disco record; it's an extremely good record period.
Party tunes...
First four tracks are fun and danceable. Then the table turns, and we get three boring and repetitive songs, before the album enda with a dance. 3 stars, quite fun
Fun listen that reminded me of all the sampling of theirs and similar music. I would listen to this again end to end which I don’t say about many of these albums.
Um bocado de disco para variar. Pelo que entendo isto é uma banda, uma banda muito catita inclusive. Os Chic chegaram no fim da era do disco quando esta já estava saturada, o que é uma pena, pois eles mostram-se muito competentes nesta área que é a musicalidade. Para além disto o Le Freak é extremamente famoso e conhecido por todos. Uma agradável surpresa foi o Savoir Faire que não passou de um instrumental. Eu muitas vezes sinto-me perdido sem saber o que dizer sobre estas coisas, o álbum é conciso, bem instrumentado, muito catchy com alguma diversidade. No entanto, não me vejo tentado a voltar a ouvir este álbum. A melhor música considero que tenha sido a I Want your Love. Nota: 7/10 Data: 21/06/2024
Konsistenter Disco dänce, savoir faire fällt angenehm raus
Classic disco
Hated it. HATE. Some cool beats I guess. But I don't like disco. At least I know they're whispering chic in those songs
I had looked up Chic after looking up a bunch of Nile Rogers after the release of Random Access Memories. Tapping my toes listening to this record, these songs were sooooo long though. Great album, at best incredible, at worst a little repetitive.
There are aspects of this album that I enjoyed. The instrumentation is solid and there are some great bass lines. However, for a relatively short album it felt long. Most of the songs were just one motif repeated for 4 minutes. At Last I Am Free is the worst offender, they took what would be an okay chorus and made it a whole song. So yeah, this album needs work, it really felt like they had ideas for songs and instead of fleshing them out just made entire songs out of one idea.
funky at times and chill at times. this exceeded expectations
Upbeat album, le freak is such a masterpiece!
This one really captures Chic's energy, kicking it off with a live one. Chic is are legends of the dance floor, bringing jazz guitar chords and bass gymnastics into the disco space, and all of this is on display in this collection. Chic is kind of like Van Halen in one way, almost every track is pure fire.. but you don't want to hear them pull out a ballad. If Chic were more comparable to say, AC/DC, we wouldn't have tracks like the 7+ minute "At Last I Am Free" which really panders to the R&B dial but in a wholly ineffective way. It's fortunate that the rest of it more than makes up for that. Nile & Bernard forever.
Disco Stu mag Disco Musik
Most any criticism I would have toward this album is toward Disco in general. In my opinion they are the best thing to come out of disco, the playing is super tight and the string arrangements which are normally super cheesy in disco sounds pretty fresh here.
C'est Chic, unique.
I don’t think this has aged real well. Music and lyrics are very repetitive. Other than the one hit, it all seems very bland to me.
Overall not bad, just funky. Happy Man was a jam. This band had waaay more hits than I remembered.
Funk & Disco is not really my kind of thing but I enjoyed this album more than I thought I would. Le Freak is a great track and the rest are ok as well and Nile Rogers is someone who's talent I have a lotof respect for. My main criticism is that all the tracks felt too long.
I won't make excuses, I didn't like it. 1/5
First one that I had never even heard of before. Funky disco album. It was fine, just not my thing.
Iconic funk, enjoyable but not necessarily the best. That said, undeniably an album everyone should listen to before they die. It feels fundamental.
1. cheer - 0 2. freak - 1 3. zavoir - 1.5 4. happy - 0 5. love - 1 6. free - 0 7. uuin - 0 8. bone - 0
Очень мелодичная, ритмичная музыка. Сочные бас-партии, вкусная гитара. Яркий представитель жанра диско/R&B.
Funky and fun, but not a lot stuck out to me. Don't really love the disco scene, I like moderately funky jams and some funky bass in my shit but this is a lot to digest.
I rarely seem to give anything but a 2 anymore. This seems to have become the standard for 'It didn't hurt my ears but I will never listen again (out of choice)'
Finally, something that isn't Br*tish.
Un poco de todo. Me encantó.
I think this is the platonic ideal of disco. If I loved disco more this would be a 5*. I do really like it though.
Nice groove through out, liked it more than I thought I would. Was good for a listen. Will I listen to again: 25%
If I were lazy, then I would just copy and paste my view of Risque in this space. That's not a bad thing. Bernard Edwards is still a highlight on bass and this is one of the few times in my life that I really pay attention to nearly everything the bassist is playing. It's like a lead guitar in some ways and the rhythm guitar in other ways. I have no idea why I enjoy his bass playing so much, but dammit, I do. I don't like disco and the songs are still too long. Again cocaine makes time go by faster and so no one wants to dance to Le Freak for only four minutes. I also knew I Want Your Love and it's also a jam. Even the instrumentals are interesting. The one nitpick I may have is C'est Chic is so similar to Risque that I am not sure both albums should be in the book. I would have preferred maybe the soundtrack to Saturday Night Fever being in. Sure, I know soundtracks (and compilations) are not supposed to be in the book, but this rule has been broken a few times already.
The songs are too long. I don't like disco or dancing to this style of music. This is not influential on almost any band or style of music I care about. It has good production. A 1 is too harsh, but I really did not like this. So it gets a 1.
This album fucking rules! The disco with the r&b added into really made for some catchy and entertaining songs. Bring this type of music back! 4.6 stars
Nice!!
Musically this album is great - that bass is grooving.
So silky smooth.
Perfection.
Nile Rogers is the GOOOOAOTTTOTTOAOOT
Richting 2.5
Really enjoyed the familiarity of "le freak" after hearing a sample from it in bbno$'s new single "lil' freak". Another standout was “I want your love” which was pretty cool. Other than that, it did get a bit repetitive so I have capped it at 3 stars.
3/5 very enjoyable
Couple of good songs, but not something that I'm overly fond of. Really liked I Want Your Love.
It was good
finally, some music with flavor
Throughly enjoyable funky disco
Interesting album. Very clear funk on this album. Cool bass. Love Le Freak. But those last three songs: Too long Or Goofy Wth was this.
Groovy
I was excited for this one, but it's actually a bit too same sounding. It's kind of an easy disco that maybe needs more funk or some stronger changes. Le Freak is the only standout and even that is more basic than I remember.
Great grooves, solid funky jams.
Pretty damn good album for the disco era. More centered on rhythm and instuments than other music of the day.
6 / 10 Música Disco de los 70. Demasiado repetitiva, canciones demasiado largas que se hacen pesadas. Eso sí el guitarrista Nile Rodgers, lo único salvable del álbum.
Disappointingly boring .....
At last I am free god
Solidisimo 8 que se ganó el álbum nashe
Some absolute jams on this, dudes could play
Fun and nostalgic.
Super fun disco
Mucho más que Le freak
i have been listening to these albums while commuting and while working so it makes sense that i like the ones that sound good. i don't really pay much attention to the lyrics which is probably why i didn't care for the dylan album and i loved this one.
I think Chic might be one of the coolest bands that ever existed. The bass lines written for every one of their tracks is simply perfect and getting bodies moving. The guitar playing compliments the funk of the bass excellently. The vocals don’t say all that much, but they don’t need to when the music says it all for them. This is frankly as good as music can get, in my own little stinky opinion.
Classic from funk disko pioneers.
Nice
I hated it in 78. C'mon, it was disco! You were supposed to hate it. Listening again, these guys had some talent. Nice sound.
Not for me
Sample heaven Pre house music. 50 years of relevance
A couple of bangers between mediocre fillers.
Do you know what? This was a lot more diverse and eclectic than I thought it would be. There’s some great musicianship on the album. Nice one.
If all your old disco records from way back when are gathering mould buried under a pile of junk in your parents' basement, you could go dig them out and play them. But why would you want to?
Wonderful.
Oh I know le freak! Fun, makes me think of disco even though it's R&B. Or is that what disco was? White people discovering rhythm? Overall a fun little album but I'm not sure why it's on this list. 3* Highlights: le freak, savoir faire
Ok
It's not for me but I respect it
Sometimes a guy discovers a huge pop culture blind spot. I was listening to this thinking, “This band is real good, and who is this guitarist that probably no one has ever heard of??” Turns out it was just me. Anyway I never would have guessed I’d come across a 4 Star disco album, but here it is.
I think the cool rock fans in the late 70s would've said that disco sucks. Not a fan of this music, it's mostly because it feels like it lacks substance. I did enjoy the solid guitar playing on track 3 ("Savoir Faire").
Disco funk fun to get any party started. There's a sheen of glossy cheese lacquered thick over this album, but underneath is an amazing bass performance and probably the best right hand in guitar history. Nile Rodgers really maxes out that compressed single-coil strat sound. The ballads are dire though.
I could’ve sworn we’d already had this one. Le Freak is fun I guess but this was too disco for me. Light 3.
So funky. So good. That rhythm guitar is famous and those baselines make it impossible not to dance.
I don't like the true disco songs that much but I liked the instrumental that had a very jazzy feel. Nile Rodgers is clearly a very good guitarist.
This was fine. The guitar track really highlighted Nile Rodger’s’ skills as a player. This as not as good as the other Chic album we heard a while ago.
I don't think I've ever listened to this album before front to back. I've listened to some Chic here and there, I consider myself at least a passing fan of Nile Rodgers, and am always blown away by his guitar. Le Freak was one of the first Funk/Disco songs I ever tried learning on guitar. This record was definitely early days for funk though, and was definitely very disco, minutes of very repetitive, very danceable music, but it wasn't the most interesting listening album. I'd say a 3/5, could've been a 4 if I was in the right mood.
disco was most certainly a series of musical tropes that allowed the creation of massive amounts of songs that all sound very very similar. Being dance oriented, the lyrics are really repetitive, silly, and throwaway. Various tropes: the whistle, spelling a word, feeling the rhythm, having a good time, the song being about the song or about dancing. Upbeat but tending to the saccharine, sentimental, effusively cloying. Prone to attracting serial killers in the late 70's.
Le freak
A fairly chill disco record. Nile Rodgers' guitar playing definitely carries the rhythm of some of these tracks, though so of them do start to feel like they overstay their welcome after a bit.
Filed under "albums that are just insanely fun".
Good funky vibes! Some songs are a bit more hit or miss, but this album has some ABSOLLUTE classics on it that never get old.
Ben chill à écouter
Sublime
Tres chic!
So gar nicht meins. Gepflegte 70s Pop-Langeweile
Properly funky funk
Nile Rogers rules. I cannot, however, listen to an entire album of disco in this, the year of our lord two thousand and twenty four.
So in love with the pulsating groove and the instrumentation of “I want your love”.
This is a fine album, but that’s about it. Their big hit, Le Freak, is really the only one that stands out. The rest is unobjectionable, and even had me bobbing my head at times. But ultimately I won’t be coming back
a ROCK SOLID classic disco album. couldn’t ask for anything more
Fun instrumentation and melodies dragged down by the fact that nearly every song gets repetitive and goes on for about 3 minutes longer than they should
A ton of fun! And lots of variety.
great soul/disk album that has many standout songs like le freak, and I want your love
Blind album, know the hit and artist. I think I liked their other album on the peoject more honestly. Oh well.
Disco in the morning? I wasn't ready!!! This has a couple of good songs, and they do seem to be too long, but maybe that was to keep us dance, dance, dancin'.
Was fun to listen to.
Not my bag. A banger on the wedding dancefloor. Listening to the album you can see how the genre evolved and how good the hit songs are - instantly recognisable. There’s a lot of musicality too
Super groovy and easy listening for me, would defs listen again. Saviour Farie is so pretty
the mii channel, the sonic racing soundtrack, modern hip hop, and daft punk would be nothing without disco. that said, I've heard better disco, and I was incredibly bored for most of this album, despite the superhit freak out.
disco, 1978 -> 3
5.5/10 Highlight: Le Freak
Nothing speaks more 80s than this upbeat, funky album. It’s actually fair to say that this is typical 80s funky soul, luckily, I enjoy typical 80s funky music
Its very mediocre
Chit. Second song was good but all the songs are way too long for what they are
funky
No thx
- Didn’t make it the full way through - got bored.
Good disco album, deserves to be on the list.
alright
Man, what a ride! I feel like I've been inducted into the School of Understanding Nile Rogers -- what a pioneer! So simple and so groovy.
- Le Freak is classic - Makes you want to get up and dance - Great guitar and bass work
- love some good disco - Le Freak is a classic - really enjoyable listen
Nice and easy listening.
This is one of those albums that’s ONLY meant for Sundays. I will not elaborate.
Great bass lines!
Funky fun. I only knew the hit before but this is very cool
Oh hey, I know that one song! Fun, upbeat album, made me dance along while I was doing the dishes, and that's really all I ask music to do. That being said, I would have liked a bit more variation in the album.
Fun album. Have the classic disco beat.
great disco but the ubiquitousness of the hits detracts from the other tunes making them seem like filler
Not feeling this one, played to death back then, has not aged well for me
great album, really funky tracks that were really fun to listen to
Having only heard "the hits", this was a surprisingly fun album.
Funky. Enjoyed the faster, disco tracks. 3/5
I am not ashamed to admit I love a bit of disco. Amazing production, amazing bass. There is a reason why Nile Rodgers is still a top producer. Let down a bit by weaker tracks
Clásicos de la música Disco. Muy buenos y con solos interesantes.
Freak out!
3.5/5
💖 chic cheer 🗣️ 9️⃣
Didn't finish, funky, up beat, liked it
First couple are bangers, then it tails off considerably
One thing I've learned from this list is that I much prefer Chic in small doses rather than full albums
Fun album, not sure that multiple CHIC albums are necessary for this exercise though
Makes you want to dance and Le Freak is obviously a classic. But, it kind of feels like a one trick pony at times.
Unbelievable. A tight, shiny masterpiece. When session players make a chance and go Gonzo...
C’est Chic. Full of floor fillers
Why do I like this?
Pretty fun listen, but not anything I’d regularly listen to.
I knew the popular track: Le Freak. The rest of the album has a similar disco vibe. It's a decent album when you're in the mood for that style.
Cheesy, disco fun that strays into just cheesy disco (sans fun) from time to time. The more upbeat songs definitely work better.
When you become the foundation for a whole other genre (seriously, how many of these songs were familiar as samples from hip hop?), you pretty much transcend the genre you came from. Would have thought 'great disco' was an oxymoron, but Chic makes it true.
Not usually into disco, this is an exception
I’ve listened to this twice already. This album is such a fun vibe. The bass line is insane. How did I know about this?! It’s so funky
Hello D I S C O
Disco’s not for me
The well-known "le freak"-loop is very catchy and "i want your love" is ok. The rest of the album sonds not that "Chic" but very repetitive to me and don´t convinces me at all.
very fun
Soooo chic
pleasant some good singles a little bland
A little repetitive but the riffs/grooves were good.
Disco kings/queens, for sure!
Disco. Can’t say more. Just disco. To the core.
This was ok.
6.5/10 Good vibes, good tunes Nile Rodgers guitar and production are extremely good An excellent groove to have in the background But this album is dominated by sketches, ideas, hooks that have been stretched out into full songs - and lots of them don’t have enough content for 4 mins so are quite a bit too long The album is therefore all groove with very little depth both lyrically and song-wise The harmonised vocals are all excellent, some of the rest not so much Best: I Want Your Love
3/5
Classic disco, catchy repetitive beats that maybe went on too long sometimes, but it was well made and I liked the variety between the tracks even though there was none inside each one. Stand-out: Happy Man
Funky fun
c'est chic
Album still sounds amazing and apparently it has the foundational grooves that all of hip hop is based on?
Impressed with the rest of the album. Discovered some new songs I liked too.
Le freak is not even top 2 on the album, not sure why that's the famous one.
Not for me
3.5 Short, sweet, and to the point. I like disco but unfortunately the rest of the album can’t hold a candle to Le Freak and I Want Your Love
It does exactly what it sets out to do. Big funk and disco energy. Not generally my bag, but the band is legendary for a reason. I'll give it three just for the musicianship. These guys are all monster players.
Shit
Quand j'étais petite je croyais que c'était ''Africa ! Le fric (💵), c'est chic" Pas mal mais parfois trop long / répétitif, dommage qu'il n'y avait pas le soleil pdt mon écoute. Pile la durée de ma balade donc bravo 2.5
Disco sucks! Rinse, repeat. Whatever… some monster songs here.
Undoubtedly a classic of feel good..
The rhythm section is so tight, and the bass parts especially are so good.
Great album to listen to as a bassist. Every song has a great groove, but all do get a bit repetitive.
groovy, catchy and very danceable. a great disco album but not something I'd return to.
This is fine funky disco. Le Freak is an all timer.
groovy tunes really good music 5/5
Comes out hot with Chic Cheer, famously sampled by Faith Evans on Love Like This, followed by Le Freak, a song so ubiquitous that in listening to this album while walking to pick up my lunch, it was actually playing on the speakers at the lunch spot when I got there. Coincidence, I think not. Le Freak, a staple of the disco era, is now, for better or worse, weaved into the fabric of America. Savior Faire is a solid slow jam that I was happy was instrumental considering how annoying Le Freak’s vocals can be. And after that, the album is basically forgettable elevator music. In summary, this album is lame.
Bass heavy disco dance music. Not being a dancer, I have no use for this drivel. Yes the bass player is good. But….the lyrics are so trite they sound like they were written by an eighth grade girl….who’s not very talented. And then the ridiculous number of times a phrase is repeated within a song is almost cruel. Could you dance to it at the discos in the 70s? Hell yes. Any reason to LISTEN to it now? None whatsoever.
As per usual, top notch disco from Chic. This record is a mix of up-tempo bangers and slower more contemplative numbers. The latter might drag a little if it wasn't for the slappa da bass. Nial Rodgers is undoubtedly a music genius, but Bernard is the MVP on this record. Rating: 3.5/5 Playlist track: Le Freak Date listened: 30/03/24
Sorry, quite boring
Pretty solid all around, I found the instrumental tracks a lot more fun than I expected.
Love this, kind of.. its very good but a bit too repetitive for me, overall enjoyed 7/10
Good, though fairly homogeneous. Seems like the kinda thing Jojah would like. 6/10
6/10 - Chic Cheer was pretty boring as it was just them saying Chic over and over again. The first half sounded pretty new but the second half could have been a sister sledge song and I would not have been surprised. I liked the guitar and sax solos though. Also I should not have given sister sledge 5 stars
Not really a disco fan but it was solid, jojah has played a few of these songs 7/10
I'm a sucker for disco. I love the energy 7/10
It’s another disco album, with all that implies. I guess if you like disco you’ll really like this album. Not for me, but a bit better than Risqué.
Meh, not that great. Decent background music, but not particularly fun or interesting for me.
Class tunes on here that have sparked so much else in the music industry
Лёгонькое дискоу. Забавно, savior faire это по сути отсылка на диско элизиум. Не удивлюсь, если Гарри именно под такую музыку набухивался, когда пытался не грустить. И он всё равно грустил, даже больше чем когда слушал унылые песни! Потому что диско тебя не спасёт, если тебе плохо
Catchy, enjoyable toe-tapping music. "Freak out" song is on here.
Why everyone, before they die, should spend what felt like 20 minutes listening to a lady repeating "I can hardly see what's in front of me" in a dramatic voice is insane to me. I guess it's a decent dance album, but every track is double the length it needed to be, and absolutely nothing happens or evolves.
Funky!
It's fun disco music and I appreciate it for what it is. I probably wouldn't put it on as anything other than background.
Shoulders slink to toes As rhythms sway those loose hips Body dance party
Lives up to the name
Made me happy
I enjoyed the happy and upbeat album. Lyrics seemed repetitive. But it’s groovy and fun.
C'est Chic by Chic isn't just an album, it's a full-on invitation to boogie down. This 1978 release is about as groovy as a record gets, overflowing with dancefloor anthems that would make even the most rhythmically challenged want to shimmy. We're talking Nile Rodgers at his absolute peak, laying down those iconic guitar lines that practically pulsate with life. Tracks like "Le Freak" and "I Want Your Love" are undeniable classics, and the whole album is a masterclass in infectious grooves. There's a reason why C'est Chic is considered a disco landmark. It's tight, it's stylish, and it's got an undeniable influence that stretches far and wide. Fun fact: Did you know that some folks reckon this album even helped shape the sound of the Talking Heads? David Byrne and company were certainly dipping their toes into the disco pool around this time, and C'est Chic's brand of funky sophistication likely played a part. Now, this isn't just mindless dance music. Chic throws in some ballads and slower jams to keep things interesting, showcasing their versatility. But make no mistake, the heart of this album lies in those irresistible grooves. So, put on your dancing shoes, crank up the volume, and prepare to get down with C'est Chic. Just be careful not to sweat too much – did you know that some frogs absorb water through their skin? Hydration is important, even on the dance floor! In all seriousness, C'est Chic is a phenomenal album, a true testament to the power of a good groove, and easily earns a solid 4 out of 5 stars.
DISCO SUCKS! Just kidding. This shit fucks. Literally! You can’t watch a single tv show, movie or anything about the 70’s without a snippet off of this record. Everyone knows Le Freak of course but this is the soundtrack to cocaine fueled nightclub shenanigans, late night drives, chill nights with your boo, really anything that you want to capture a feeling that makes you feel GOOD. The music itself makes you want to boogie. Funky as fuck and will make your day rule. Nile Rogers can do no wrong and the history of the band is so cool. Each track has its own theme, its own sound, its own FEELING. Savoir Faire sounds like how it feels waking up with your new babe after a night out partying and having coffee in bed. The vibes on each song are so distinct and unique but the tracks all lead into the next one perfectly. If you need some fun tunes for a party this one’s a great start, makes you wanna get all freaky deaky. This record has gorgeous string and horn compositions and incredible vocalizations that were defined by this era. The fact that Rogers was hugely influenced by Brian Eno is also important because of the crossover influences of the time period. Honestly I wish this record was longer because it takes a hold of you and it’s just so CHILL. The track “At Last I am Free” isn’t a disco track but a perfect slow jam that is so beautiful I was surprised to be so moved. Listening to this album will put you in a better mood, I can guarantee.
Hell yes
I have to admit to having a very big soft spot for '70s era disco/soul/funk. I Did not previously know any of this except Le Freak, which was on regular rotation at the roller rink when I was under 10. The slow burning ballads with the sexy vibe aren't my favorite, but the faster, funkier stuff make the album well worth the listen.
Lyrics not complicated, but the talent is on show.
Little disco, little slow, not bad.
pretty decent, i wouldnt listen to again tho NYN
very good, very funky
A set of absolute bangers, immaculately performed and produced. Nile Rodgers' guitar and Bernard Edwards' bass particularly stand and there's enough variety in the style of songs to keep it interestjng
Glad I discovered this album, it feels representative of disco! I wonder if there will be more disco albums chosen or if none compare?
Yep, that’s disco
I’m not sure why this is on this list. It’s listenable and not a bad album but every song sounds more or less the same
Super groovy. An iconic band that I never knew was this good
Timeless music
Fun record. So corny, it’s sort of good. Definitely found myself head bobbing at times. Some fun energetic tracks, but most are probably best enjoyed on elevators or in airport restrooms.
oOOh yeah I'm dancing
I dont get it so far. I mean its ok but. A one hot wondr in love with the word chic. Some decent musical compositions but also seems like muzak background music for a clothing store maybe?
Jazzy/R&B disco
I was aware of Nile as a guitar player but never really listened to anything. Obviously have heard le freak and I really dig the rest. I’ve listened to this twice now, really groovy stuff
Disco- funk. Good for a listen but didn’t draw me in.
Very funky, very groovy, great bass playing Top tracks: Le Freak, I Want Your Love
they repeat the lyrics all the time, tf??!! It was not the kind of music i usually lissen to, and there was no songs there i enjoyed lissenig to:(
This is kinda fun I guess, but it's really repetitive and simple. There isn't much to the music and even less to the lyrics. Still, kinda fun I guess.
Some uplifting tracks but the data doit is ‘At last i am free’. Not a bouncy single but emotional and vulnerable and captivating. A nice departure from the Disco tracks.
Working at my standing desk and dancing through my workday. Still wish they had paid more attention to lyrics, but this is funky positive music and I like it.
great bass playing. two good singles. otherwise, kinda meh.
I had this album on 8 track. Obviously bought it for track 2. Brought me right back to that corner desk I sat at. I had to listen to this on the down low bc I was becoming a Beatlemaniac and my brother started wearing those “Disco Sucks” pins that were the rage in bumfuck NJ. Such joy to blast this whole album loud and proud today. Disco fucking rocks!
A fun album, I can see why it was included.
I can't deny the instrumentalism is great, and the production is top notch, but its just so repetitive, very of its time, repetitive, and repetitive. Not a high point.
Some great songs but a bunch of filler.
the whole world's a circus, don't you be the clown
Disco deserves a proper comeback! Most of the songs went a little too long for me, but if I had been in a club getting my groove on I probably wouldn’t have noticed. Le Freak and Savoir Faire are still classics, and CHIC is the ultimate Disco band.
Nile Rodgers, Bernard Edwards, and Tony Thompson can play whatever they want and it will always be the best funk you have ever heard. A couple of the ballads are a little bland, but outside of that, this is a true gem and a really satisfying listen.
Singles stood out strong; "Sometimes You Win" was the best song I hadn't heard before. Ciao!
Not a big disco person. It was enjoyable. I didn't mind listening, had some good jazzy type moments. Not a genre that I really dive into much though.
An all time classic
This was a fun album. Never been much of a disco fan, but fun and energetic throughout.
Classic
Played out and fairly sick of CHIC in general, but there's no denying some of these tunes. glorious stuff
Easy listen. Even though all the songs sound the same, the formula behind that sound is great. Best Song: Chic Cheer Worst Song: N/A
funky, groovy, feel good disco
Chic don’t flop
Nice enough but I expected more
Some worldies on this
I once read Nile Rogers and Bernard Edwards conceived of Chic as being suave and sophisticated, taking inspiration from Roxy Music. It is certainly elegant funk, and the influence is hard to overstate. I really dug it.
Freak out!
Lyrics: The lyrics on "C'est Chic" are primarily concerned with love, celebration, and the joy of life. Tracks like "Le Freak" and "I Want Your Love" are undeniably catchy, employing simple yet effective wordplay and repetition. However, Chic occasionally delves deeper, as in "Savoir Faire," where they explore themes of self-confidence and resilience. Notably, the record avoids excessive sentimentality, keeping the tone light and playful throughout. Music: The driving force behind "C'est Chic" is its music, a masterclass in crafting grooves that stay with you long after the needle lifts. Nile Rodgers' instantly recognizable rhythm guitar lays the foundation, complemented by Bernard Edwards' thunderous bass lines and Tony Thompson's crisp drumming. The arrangements incorporate elements of pop, funk, and jazz, adding depth and sophistication to the sound. The album also features the iconic "Chic strings," lush arrangements that add a touch of elegance and emotional resonance. Production: The production on "C'est Chic" is crisp and clean, emphasizing the clarity of each instrument. Rodgers' legendary production skills shine through, creating a space where every element contributes to the overall groove. The use of reverb and other effects is subtle, ensuring the music remains focused and danceable. Themes: While primarily a celebratory album, "C'est Chic" subtly explores themes beyond just dancing. "Savoir Faire" and "Sometimes You Win" offer messages of self-belief and perseverance. Even in the more playful tracks, there's a sense of sophistication and an underlying coolness that sets them apart from typical disco fare. Influence: "C'est Chic" became a landmark record, influencing countless artists across genres. Its infectious rhythm, tight songwriting, and innovative production laid the groundwork for the development of dance music in the decades to come. From artists like Madonna and Daft Punk to modern funk and dance music, the album's impact continues to be felt today. Pros: Unbeatable grooves: The music is instantly catchy and undeniably danceable. Sophisticated songwriting: The lyrics are clever, playful, and occasionally delve deeper, avoiding cliché. Impeccable production: The album sounds clean, crisp, and expertly mixed. Enduring influence: The record continues to inspire artists and shape the soundscape of dance music. Versatility: "C'est Chic" appeals to a broad audience seeking both a good time and musically sophisticated listening experience. Cons: Repetitive lyricism: While catchy, some lyrics can be seen as simple or repetitive. Limited thematic scope: Compared to other artists, Chic's thematic focus can appear narrower. Genre-specific appeal: While influential, the album's disco sound might not resonate with all listeners. Overall: "C'est Chic" is a timeless classic, a testament to Chic's ability to merge infectious grooves with sophisticated songwriting and production. It's a dance floor essential, yet sophisticated enough to be appreciated for its musical brilliance. While minor limitations exist in its lyrical simplicity and thematic scope, its strengths far outweigh them. "C'est Chic" remains a groundbreaking and influential album that continues to resonate with listeners generations after its release.
Finally have a band and song name to place with the song 'Le Freak'. This whole thing is going to be very helpful for music trivia, we can say things like "i know who sings this but I cannot think of the name right now". Highlight: the very chill 'At last I Am Free' into the fun 'Sometimes You Win'
I love the different layers to each track, despite relatively straightforward beats and easy lyrics the songs have so many elements to them that build upon each other. The album is also a real influence on the Persona 5, which has one of the best modern video game scores.
OHHHHH FREAK OUT! Groovy but not like my main aesthetic
Funky!
Loved this disco throw back. The horns, guitar, and vocals were great.
I never thought I would like disco