A dive into the sound that moved bodies and minds in the pivotal mid-’70s.

1975 was a year of global transformation — wars ended, new nations emerged, and culture was shifting rapidly. The funk tracks on this mix don’t just sound good — they sit in the middle of this decisive moment.

Parliament – Mothership Connection (Star Child)

Average White Band – School Boy Crush

Roy Porter Sound Machine – Party Time

Ohio Players – Fire

Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star

David Bowie – Fame - 2016 Remaster

James Brown – I Got You

Gene Harris – Funky Business

War – Low Rider

Harvey & The Phenomenals – Soul and Sunshine

The O’Jays – Give the People What They Want

B.T. Express – Do It (’Til You’re Satisfied)

Fatback Band – Yum Yum (Gimme Some)

Bazuka – Dynomite

The Pointer Sisters – Chainey Do