War ~ Galaxy 1977 Funky Purrfection Version

200K followers! Just a few short years ago I had just reached 10K...a big thanks and lots of love to all of you, hope you enjoy this funky joint from WAR! Back in 1962 Howard Scott and Harold Brown decided to form a band and set about finding others like Charles Miller, Morris Dickerson, Lonnie Jordan and Papa Dee Allen who all shared the same vision for the band they called The Creators. After a few singles on Dore Records where they collaborated with Tjay Contrelli of 60's band Love they changed their name to Nightshift and added Deacon Jones. That is when they caught the attention of producer Jerry Goldstein who had produced the #1 singles of "My Boyfriend's Back" by The Angels and The McCoys "Hang On Sloopy". He took the band's philosophy of brotherhood and harmony creating an image for them and a new name, War. Refining their sound, Goldstein kept a tight rein on the band and set them up with Eric Burdon (ex-lead singer of the Animals) when Deacon failed to show at a gig. Harmonica player Lee Oskar was also at that gig and the two started jamming a shuffle that lasted for almost an hour. Amazed at the energy they created, the band added both players. Their debut single, "Spill The Wine" peaked at #3 in August of 1970, firmly establishing the R&B funk sound they would ride to greater fame. Burdon left the band after that success and War carried on, bringing the cautionary tale of "Slippin' Into Darkness" to the masses with its #16 peak in 1972. A raft of classic R&B singles followed with "The World Is A Ghetto" (#7, 1973), "Cisco Kid" (#2, 1973), "Gypsy Man" (#8, 1973), Low Rider" (#1 1975), "Why Can't We Be Friends" (#6, 1975) and "Summer" (#7, 1976). Completing their United Artists contract, they signed with MCA Records and started work on their label debut, "Galaxy" in 1977. Using "Star Wars" themes, they recorded "Galaxy" that had a similar message as Earth, Wind & Fire's "Fantasy" that . The song took off eventually peaking at #39 pop and #8 disco due to a remix specially made for the clubs. It was their last great single, and the only standout song from that album. Goldstein remained their producer and managed War under his aegis by copyrighting the name of the band. A 1996 coup attempted to wrest control of the name to four of the original band members who wanted to jump ship, but the legally binding contract and copyright prevents them from even using "War" in their new name at all. Adopting the name "The Lowrider Band" they still play as a live act. Lonnie Jordan stayed with Goldstein and that version of "War" is also touring.

[TomTech]

Oh, Ya. I was 24 In the USNavy. Stationed In San Diego. San Diego in the 70s. Loved The Funk ... Leading into Disco later. A whole nother chapter of my life.

[Zatoichi_Blind_Ronin]

this is pure art!! A genuine journey into musical enjoyment.

[derricklogan]

I remember buying the album when it first dropped. I always loved the music by WAR, but this album is the one I played continuously! The beat just made a home in my soul and NEVER left!!! The 60's and 70's were the music of my childhood that started my life's journey!!!

[TheFunktipus]

You done it again. This will get me and my family up grooving in the house.

[gilliancaris]

One of the most funkiest tracks ever from that Era!
Love it! Thank you DJDIscoCat!
Wishing you a Funky Friday ;))) !!

[cleejackson]

It's out of sight! It's out of sight! It's a jam, baby!! One of my favorite disco hits! Keep up the good work, DJ Disco Cat!

[hassuhnperth]

Perfect remix for my flight through the cos-meows!!!! ABSOLUTE PUURRRR-FECTION!!!!

[sharonmartin]

This may be War, but you've made this fantastic music a peace of pure groove, This cat takes the cream yet again.

[tanyakelly]

Wow how I remember this I was about 14 when I brought this with my paycheck when I was a camp counselor in the Bronx

[jeffreychandler]

War certainly was ahead of the time with this classic!

[rontaylor]

This is a classic and unsung...the thumbs down must be from another galaxy..you need to get back in your rocket and be gone

[notmebutyou]

Yes!! This song is in my workout playlist!!! This will get your butt up and moving for sure!!😂😂😂

[timmytene]

You're listening to DJ Timmy T and WBLS 107*5 in Stereo in NYC 🎧

[fitupetaiaful]

Thanks for uploading the remix of this song. One of my favorites

[maddmike]

Your fidelity is incredible, this is a Class A mix. Great Great

[hsard]

Daaaamn! Another absolute banger, boss! Thank you.

[facadaproductions]

Never fails to amaze me with your remixes. Only versions I listen to 😊

[Laurence-bc]

Funky lush stuff
so studio 54
must do own my take and do proud
as grew up in 1970's so get the groove 💋💋💋💋♥️❣️💘💕💖😈

[alfredbrown]

Another Awesome remix like always love this classic war song

[marcjacobs]

Congrats Cat. Congrats. 200k subscribers. And more to follow. Totally deserved. Keep them coming.
Congratulations from one of the happy 200, 000!
Also love this one obviously. They don't come more funky than this one!