The Original Disco Man is the 48th studio album by American musician James Brown. The album was released in July 1979, by Polydor Records.[1][4] Brandye were credited for backing vocals and the front cover photograph was taken by Joel Bernstein.
The Original Disco Man | ||||
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Released | July 1979 | |||
Recorded | 1979 | |||
Genre | Funk, disco | |||
Length | 43:52 | |||
Label | Polydor | |||
Producer | Brad Shapiro | |||
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Singles from The Original Disco Man | ||||
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The Village Voice | A−[2] |
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All tracks composed by Brad Shapiro and Randy McCormick; except where indicated
No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
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1. | "It's Too Funky in Here" | Brad Shapiro, George Jackson, Robert Alton Miller, Walter N. Shaw | 6:32 |
2. | "Let the Boogie Do the Rest" | 7:22 | |
3. | "Still" | Bill Anderson | 6:04 |
4. | "Star Generation" | 8:07 | |
5. | "Women Are Something Else" | 5:59 | |
6. | "The Original Disco Man" | Brad Shapiro | 6:58 |
7. | "Love Me Tender" | Elvis Presley, Vera Matson | 2:47 |
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