Love Is All Around" showcases a vibrant blend of psychedelic soul and funk, characterized by its rich instrumentation and dynamic production. The album features a mix of groovy basslines, rhythmic percussion, and soulful horns that create a lively atmosphere. Tracks like "Magic Mountain" and "Home Dream" exhibit a playful energy, while the "Paint It Black Medley" offers a unique fusion of rock and blues elements, enhancing the album's eclectic feel. The production is polished yet organic, allowing the textures of each instrument to shine through, resulting in a sound that is both immersive and engaging. Overall, the album stands out for its seamless integration of genres and infectious grooves.

Album: Love Is All Around by Eric Burdon & War (1976)
Genre: funk | Style: psychedelic soul
Record Label: ABC Records
Format: 12" Vinyl

Artist Background: War (originally called Eric Burdon and War) is an American funk band from California, known for the hit songs "Low Rider", "Spill the Wine", "Summer", "Why Can't We Be Friends?", "The Cisco Kid", and "The World Is a Ghetto". Formed in 1969, War was a musical crossover band which fused elements of rock, funk, jazz, Latin, rhythm and blues, and reggae. The band also transcended racial and cultural barriers with a multi-ethnic line-up. War was also subject to many line-up changes over the course... Part of the Long Beach, California music scene. Emerged in the 1960s era. Associated with Rock movement.

Musical Influences: Eric Burdon, B.B. Dickerson, Charles Miller, Harold Brown

Related Artists: WAR, Eric Burdon, Rare Earth, Traffic

Music Scene: Part of the Long Beach, California music scene. Emerged in the 1960s era. Associated with Rock movement.

Tags: funk, psychedelic soul, 1970s, 12" Vinyl, ABC Records


Love Is All Around

Eric Burdon & War

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