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The Force
R&B / Soul · 1977 · 8 tracks

The Force

Kool & the Gang

A transitional blast of cosmic funk and early disco. High-gloss horn sections meet spiritual lyrics and heavy, street-ready basslines.

1977 · Mercury

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A vibrant blend of cosmic optimism and relentless rhythmic drive.

Tracklist · 8 Tracks
01
A Place in Space
4:49
02
Slick Superchick
4:05
03
Just Be True
4:21
04
The Force
4:26
05
Mighty, Mighty, High
6:51
06
Oasis
6:06
07
Life’s a Song
2:58
08
Free
2:11
Moments Worth Waiting For
The explosive brass fanfare that opens the title track, signaling a shift toward a more cinematic and cosmic funk sound.
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How does The Force sound next to the rest of Kool & the Gang's catalogue?

Harmonized+0.9σ

The vocals lean a touch further into harmonized than the rest of the catalogue.

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