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State of Affairs
R&B / Soul · 1996 · 12 tracks

State of Affairs

Kool & the Gang

March 26, 1996 · Curb Records

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An earnest and polished attempt to blend classic soul sensibilities with the digital landscape of the mid-90s.

Tracklist · 12 Tracks
01
Salute to the Ladies
3:24
02
In the Hood
4:50
03
Color Line
5:05
04
Second Thoughts
5:13
05
Crabs in a Barrel
4:44
06
Woman, Lover, Friend
4:56
07
Game of Love
4:21
08
90’s News
0:58
09
Life in the 90’s
5:51
10
Friends
6:00
11
My Body
5:05
12
Reunited
5:14
Moments Worth Listening For
The spoken word intro of Reunited where J.T. Taylor formally announces his return to the group
The rhythmic military-style countdown that launches the celebratory Salute to the Ladies
The heavy synth-bass pulse on In the Hood attempting to bridge classic funk with 90s street sounds
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