Released in 1970, Funkadelic's self-titled debut was a radical collision of psychedelic rock, gospel, blues, and soul - a chaotic, genre-defying statement that redefined the possibilities of Black music. Where Motown aimed for Polish and crossover appeal, Funkadelic dove headfirst into distortion, improvisation, and spiritual ambiguity, offering a sound as gritty and unpredictable as the era itself.
Backed by a ferocious young band - including Eddie Hazel, Billy Bass Nelson, Tawl Ross, Tiki Fulwood, and Mickey Atkins - the album rejected convention in favor of raw groove and existential noise. Tracks like "I Got a Thing..." and "What Is Soul" pulse with menace and joy, bookended by surreal monologues that echo both street philosophy and space-age gospel.
Track Listing
Side A
1. Mommy, What's a Funkadelic? (2025 Remastered)
2. I Bet You (2025 Remastered)
3. Music for My Mother (2025 Remastered)
4. I Got a Thing, You Got a Thing, Everybody's Got a Thing (2025 Remastered)
Side B
1. Good Old Music (2025 Remastered)
2. Qualify & Satisfy (2025 Remastered)
3. What Is Soul (2025 Remastered)
