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1.1 Kool ; the Gang1.2 Kool's Back Again1.3 Let the Music Take Your Mind1.4 Funky Man1.5 Who's Gonna Take the Weight?1.6 Love the Life You Live1.7 Funky Stuff1.8 Jungle Boogie1.9 Hollywood Swinging1.10 Higher Plane1.11 Rhyme Tyme People1.12 Summer Madness1.13 Spirit of the Boogie1.14 Caribbean Festival1.15 Love and Understanding (Come Together)1.16 Open Sesame2.1 Ladies Night2.2 Too Hot2.3 Celebration2.4 Take My Heart (You Can Have It If You Want It)2.5 Get Down on It2.6 Big Fun2.7 Let's Go Dancin' (Ooh, la, la, la)2.8 Joanna2.9 Tonight [Aor Mix]2.10 Misled2.11 Fresh2.12 Cherish2.13 Emergency2.14 Victory2.15 Stone Love |
 | | Description: | Gold by Kool & The Gang, released 28 April 2005, includes the following tracks: "Let The Music Take Your Mind", "Who's Gonna Take The Weight", "Funky Stuff", "Hollywood Swinging" and more.
This version of Gold comes as a 2xCD. - From the early instrumentals (including several out-of-print classics) to the '70s R&B hits to the '80s super-smashes, here's the first 2-CD set with all those Kool hits from 1969 to 1987! Includes Celebration; Cherish; Joanna; Jungle Boogie; Get Down on It; Ladies' Night; Too Hot; Hollywood Swinging; Fresh; Victory; Stone Love; Tonight; Emergency; Funky Stuff; Higher Plane, and 16 more.From the album "[m=99718]", January 1970 (1-1, 1-2)
Issued as [url=https://www.discogs.com/master/1029345-Kool-The-Gang-Let-The-Music-Take-Your-Mind]single[/url], 1970 (1-3)
From the album "[m=99535]", January 1971 (1-4, 1-5)
From the album "[m=99536]", August 1972 (1-6)
From the album "[m=99537]", October 1973 (1-7 to 1-9)
From the album "[m=99538]", October 1974 (1-10 to 1-12)
From the album "[m=99539]", 1975 (1-13, 1-14)
From the album "[m=99540]", 1976 (1-15)
From the album "[m=99541]", 1976 (1-16)
From the album "[m=134154]", 1979 (2-1, 2-2)
From the album "[m=113391]", 1980 (2-3)
From the album "[m=134155]", 1981 (2-4, 2-5)
From the album "[m=113390]", 1982 (2-6, 2-7)
From the album "[m=113398]", 1983 (2-8, 2-9)
From the album "[m=113392]", 1984 (2-10 to 2-13)
From the album "[m=113397]", 1986 (2-14, 2-15)
Digitally remastered at Universal Mastering Studios-East.
Made in the EU."Gold" is a comprehensive CD collection by Kool & The Gang, released by Mercury, that celebrates one of the most influential funk, soul, and R&B bands of the 1970s and 1980s. This compilation brings together many of their most iconic songs, offering both longtime fans and new listeners an accessible overview of the band's evolution from gritty jazz-funk grooves to polished, dance-floor-filling hits. Tight horn arrangements, infectious bass lines, and sing-along choruses define the sound throughout, making this CD ideal for parties, relaxed listening, or rediscovering timeless classics.
Kool & The Gang, formed in the late 1960s, became international stars with their unique blend of funk, soul, disco, and pop. Over the years, they achieved major chart success worldwide and earned a reputation as one of the definitive party and celebration bands. Their music has been widely used in films, commercials, and at major events, underlining the enduring popularity of their songs across generations. The band's hallmark is a perfect balance between groove-oriented instrumentation and memorable vocal hooks that continue to resonate with audiences today.
As the manufacturer, Mercury stands for a long tradition in the music industry and has been involved in releasing recordings by numerous notable artists across multiple genres. Known for its strong catalog work and attention to the presentation of classic albums and compilations, Mercury often focuses on preserving musical heritage while making it accessible to a modern audience. With "Gold," Mercury offers a well-curated CD edition aimed at delivering high replay value and a coherent musical journey through the career of Kool & The Gang.
For collectors and fans of funk, soul, and classic R&B, "Gold" on CD is an attractive way to experience the energy and versatility of Kool & The Gang in one release. The selection is designed to showcase both danceable hits and more soulful, groove-driven tracks, reflecting the band's broad stylistic range. Whether as a gift or as an addition to your own CD shelf, this compilation is a strong, enduring introduction to one of the genre's most respected bands, presented by an established label with experience in high-quality reissues and best-of collections. | | | Producer: |
Deodato, Khalis Bayyan, Kool & the Gang, Ronald (Khalis Bayyan) Bell |
| | No. of tracks: |
31 |
| | Manufacturer No.: |
9862860 |
| Product Safety
Responsible Person for the EU:
Universal International Music B.V.
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productsafety@umusic.com | |
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