One Nation Under a Groove [ORIGINAL RECORDING REISSUED] [ORIGINAL RECORDING REMASTERED]

Funkadelic

Product Details

• Audio CD (July 16, 2002)
• Original Release Date: 1978
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered
• Label: Priority Records
• ASIN: B000069CLB
• Also Available in: Vinyl
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #97,412 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com essential recording
George Clinton's post-bicentennial message to those in the "chocolate cities" was that America could be theirs, too, without any loss of their own black, regional identities. One Nation Under a Groove remains Funkadelic's most provocative release, as well as one of the funkiest long-players released in the disco era. The band vamps on a world where people of different color play each other's songs ("Who Says a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!"), lose their inhibitions (the classic title track), and bond together with the glue of shared secrets (the wonderful "Groovallegiance"). Standout: the slow-grooved "Into You," in which a lover vows to stay true or a patriot pledges devotion to a new flag--take your pick. You might think that a complex and moving ode to commitment is out of place on an album with such political overtones, but it's not. It's really the quiet-storm centerpiece. --Don Harrison --This text refers to an out-of-print edition of this title.

Product Description
Great price for this 5 star album originally released in 1978. Digitally remastered. Priority Records. 2002.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Masterful compositions!!!, August 13, 2002

By	Jerry N. Smart "Big Baby" (UPPER MARLBORO, MARYLAND United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Another solid cd from Funkadelic. Definitely for the Funkateer young or old!!! Of course the title cut "One Nation Under A Groove" is great, eventhough it is the 7:28 version, but there are other definitive jams on here. "Groovallegiance" is real low down and funky!! "Cholly" is a solid groove and gets you ready to roll. "Who Says A Funk Band Can't Play Rock" is a serious cut that demands immediate attention from the listener, because Funkadelic throws down on this one. "Lunchmeataphobia" is a real funk/rock groove that will tickle your senses. "Maggot Brain" is simply marvelous, like always, plus it is the live, "...ain't illegal yet" version. This entire CD represents the masterful composition and artistry of George Clinton, Bernie Worrell, and Gary Shider. The lyrics are pure, the melodies are solid, and the beats are simply funky. All Funkateers must have this CD, otherwise their collection is incomplete until they possess it.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Do You Promise To Funk... , December 24, 2004

By	Uncle Jam (Washington DC) - See all my reviews

Wow. That is one word to describe this cd. It truly is unbelievable that they could make so many good records and help to spawn modern genres, and get virtually no credit. And if you think that nothing from today is influenced by Parliament/Funkadelic, then listen to this entire LP and write a nasty review about me. These guys were, and still are, the bomb. I swear, modern artists have all this technology and are overproduced and still can't come close to touching George and the boys. Whew!! Sorry, had to get that off my chest. This LP starts off with one the best dance songs in history (the title track). This song will have you dancing in no time, even if you can't dance. "Groovalegence" is a reggae inspired song, with some funk sprinkled in. It's pretty good. "Who Says a Funk Band" is definitely a cool track, that could put any modern "rock" band today to shame. And these guys weren't even a rock band. Another highlight is "Cholly." The bass sounds very similar to MOTHERSHIP CONNECTIONS's "Night of the Thumpasaurus Peoples". (That LP is the best funk album, by the way.) Of course, "Maggot Brain," while not originally appearing on this album, contains the best guitar solo of all time. (Mike Hampton plays it on this album, but it was Eddie Hazel who should get the credit for the great lick.) Not to mention, go ahead and get MAGGOT BRAIN cd, which is an early classic by Funkadelic. Getting off track again. So, to sum it up, this is a great LP, and it showcases a variety of sounds Funkadelic could give off. 100% P-Funk... THE BOMB!!

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easily as Essential as Parliaments "Mothership Connection", February 19, 2004

By	fetish_2000 (U.K.) - See all my reviews

If you thought 60/70's Psychedelic Funk/Soul stopped and started with "Sly & The Family Stone", you are I'm afraid sadly mistaken. Two men (George Clinton & Bootsy Collins), were on a crusade to explore the boundaries of Psychedelic Funk. The unbridled brilliance of `One Nation Under A Groove' sent shockwaves through the Rhythm & Blues, and Soul community, and was to be the bands most critically & commercially successful release, covering everything from Funk-Rock ("Who Say a Funk Band Can't Play Rock?"), to the Social & Political consciousness ("Into You"), & off the wall tongue in cheek lyrical content ("Doo Doo Chasers"). This is a band pushing themselves to their limits musically and acknowledging that bands can be non-conformist and leftfield and still appeal to a mass-market audience (admittedly this was probably due to the perfectly encapsulated ideas and astonishing amount of musical talent within the band), regardless of it's standing then, it's impact now is undiminished, and still remains of truly startling album or ferocious creative power, and a absolute Must Buy for anyone with even a passing interest in Funk Music.