One Nation Under a Groove
934555
This is one of the most important albums for this group. Though many are aware of the title track,( One Nation Under a Groove" THE Funk Anthem) much of the rest of the album has been over looked. The strong blues background, mixed with bits of reggage and soul make this not only a funky dance album, but also a great album to relax to. It is not to be missed.
1896541
I love this song. It is an encapsulated History of the World and the USA. I have known of this song for years and have enjoyed it every time I hear it. It just makes you want to get up and dance to it. I have had friends who have played in their History classes for students and the kids and they liked it. I am a Baby Boomer so I am slightly biased toward this song. But just remember we didn't start the fire.
1827113
With a reprise of the hit Spectrum and the new club anthem Clarity this album is not lacking for great music.  Set to almost completely flow from one song to the next (with the exception of Spectrum) the album is a cohesive unit that doesn't drag you along for the ride, but coaxes you into the spirit of wondering where it's going next.  Plenty of polite nods to other artists can be found in many little gems of style mimicry from pet Shop Boys to Deadmau5 interspersed throughout the album.
4896556
I am one of the guitar players of ENSLAVIOR so I am not going to give a review of this CD but I do want to comment on the CD and the band since I feel that helping establish the band and helping to write and record this CD are accomplishments of which I am very proud.

The band formed in 1998 and was determined not just to succeed but to create a unique style of music that incorporated all of our favorite elements of music. We created cool guitar harmonies and wrote complex musical arrangements. Some of our songs frequently changed tempo, had bizarre arrangements and shifted back and forth from 4/4 time to 3/4 time. One song (not Uncivil Liberty) had a 17/32 time signature. We didn't do all of these things just to be strange or different but because we were making the music we enjoyed hearing and because each element we used seemed to be what the song required. We also enjoyed the challenge of playing the complex music live.

Original drummer, John Hargis, left the band in 1999 to move out of state and start a family. ENSLAVIOR was never able to find a suitable replacement and began to crumble apart. John is now a drum instructor in Washington. I continue to write and produce music for projects "Mind At Wrest" and "Charan Pagan".

I am glad to see that our CD is available for anyone who may be trying to track it down. It was completely self-produced and a very limited production. The band's name for some evoked images of crazy metal heads in bondage leather or a glam rock band but the name was a political expression and a commentary on how people sometimes turn to things to save them but that turns out to enslave them. Drugs, government, religion and technology are examples. ENSLAVIOR has some cool political lyrics and good social commentary. Enjoy!
3780573
This song will definitely help us to take pride in our wonderful country.  The Celtic Women sing about America with such meaning, appreciation and support.  More so than many Americans themselves do about our special country.
Even though there are so many things we need to get back to which this country was built on - I am still Proud to be an American!
1202664
We are One Nation Under God! We need to keep our connection to our Higher Power. Why have we been such a blessed country? Do we want to lose our connection to our creator as a nation and suffer the consequences? This book is a must read for true patriots who would like a deeper understanding of the love of God and country. In God we trust!
446192
Manu Chao has captured the escence of the third world, and bottled it in a CD. From an outside perspective that lets him point out main (overseen) cultural trends, and with an inside spirit that expresses sad and happy issues of the situation that that most people in this world live in.
In my opinion this is a cultural milestone and fun music. This ia a book made music. Thank you Manu.
1040763
Patriotism Good for the Soul! Quite often I enjoy listening to the music that has enthused and supported people in our United States.
107550
Interesting look into a sub culture in the U.S. that is probably unknown to many citizens outside the region in which the author was raised.  One distinct takeaway from the book was that "escape" from this sort of class cycle is possible.  America is still The Land of Opportunity.  Poverty, and it's family members, crime, drug abuse, domestic violence, illegitimacy, ignorance, are not a life sentence.
3301766
Music reflects the mood of the people it represents.. this CD tells the story.. nothing really new.. joy, sadness, heartbreak and hope.. The CD fits the bill and brings the listner to a place that may be far away, yet vivid in the minds eye. It is music of a land full of life.. and all its encounters! One may not understand every word.. but should be able to understand the feelings.. In my opinion.. a good representation of music of this island that has roots made form a number of transplants. Hope you enjoy and have, perhaps, a glass of Nero d'Avola, or your favorite beverage as you listen to music from a 'special' island!
1098167
This song tells the country that we need to take back our country from the political mess in Washington.  I hope it sells like hotcakes!  Great song and great beat!
4512020
Funkadelic had hit big with its sister band Parliament (dance-funk), having left indie label Westbound Records for major label Warner Brothers.  But with the Westbound departure, the inevitable was beginning to occur: Funkadelic was slowly departing from its hard rock sound, and merging with Parliament's dance-funk.
This album is unique in that Bernie Worrell, the band's ace keyboardist, had departed.  Junie Morrison, another talented keyboardist, had taken his place.  And this album is quite a lot of Junie, with his influence all over it.
"One Nation" was Funkadelic's concept album, all about "Funkadelica".  Funkadelica was a nation united under the funk (the USA we haven't seen), everyone living together in happiness (in other words, whites and blacks can get along), and dancing.
"One Nation Under A Groove" was a number one hit, a cleverly-written song describing Funkadelica.  Even with remasters, this song lacks the "oomph" that a dance song should have, even with its awesome keyboard riffs and perfect rhythm guitar.  But when you turn it up, it turns into a dance floor hit!  Just for the lyrics, it's glorious; "Here's my chance to dance my way...out of my constrictions!  Do you promise to funk, the WHOLE funk, nothin' but the funk!"  5 Stars.
"Grooveallegiance" is a VERY clever spoof on the Pledge of Allegiance, now pledging "grooveallegiance to the united funk of Funkadelica".  A very jazzy song, it's got some wicked guitar from Mike "Kidd Funkadelic" Hampton.  A little long, sadly.  4 Stars.
"Who Says A Funk Band Can't Play Rock?!" is the ESSENTIAL Funkadelic song, my personal favorite rocker from them.  Jumping from funk ("One Nation") to jazz ("Grooveallegiance") to now HARD rock, this song is a lovely interlude that is very under-utilized in concert (a shame).  Mike Hampton goes out of control with his guitar, giving up some wicked riffs during the verses and some HEAVY riffs in the choruses.  Hampton's overdue solo is one of Funkadelic's perfections, amazingly fast and rough.  The bass for this song is just plain killer, giving way to some amazing "slap bass" in parts.  Overall, "Who Says..." is too good to be passed up.  PLAY IT LOUD!  5 Stars.
"Doo Doo Chasers" is a song with some of Funkadelic's best lyrics, just VERY nasty ones.  If you can get past the scatological references (George Clinton's lovely trademark) this song is genius.  4 Stars.
Putting the concept album on hold is a beautiful ballad called "Into You."  Great bass and vocals.  4.5 Stars!
AGAIN Putting the concept album on hold is a Funkadelic anthem, "Cholly (Funk Gettin' Ready to Roll)".  A great song with Hampton giving up some more awesome guitar riffs.  Not much can be said about the lyrics, but a fun song overall.  4.5 Stars.
"Lunchameataphobia (Think! It Ain't Illegal Yet!)" is one heavy, HEAVY guitar jam.  Mostly instrumental, it features Mike Hampton going off the walls while George Clinton shouts "Think!  It Ain't Illegal Yet!"  Just plain wicked.  5 Stars.
Rounding out the album are some extra tracks: an instrumental version of the very cool "Doo Doo Chasers" and a big surprise, a live version of "Maggot Brain".  This live version is unbelievable, a faster version with Hampton just plain tearing the guitar up.  I had the recent pleasure to see Hampton do this in Washington, DC...still amazing to hear 1971's "Maggot Brain" amped up to ear-busting volumes.
Funkadelic's last real album before it completed the de facto merger with Parliament's sound, "One Nation" is a masterpiece. Get it now.
2629698
No country playlist is complete without this one.
2454722
Living in New York among many people of Persian/Iranian descent, I was curious of the music. The music is very alluring and stirring. The liner notes articulate a rich history of music in Iran. I enjoy listening to this very distinct music that one can see, has influenced contemporary world music. I recommend this collection for world music audiophiles.
3376241
First time i heard it, i thought album would make a great sound track for a movie. But i listen for myself now. to me, it's a history lesson, and the tracks follow from the peaceful past through to the future. I like interpreting the tracks and sounds like thunder, wolves, stallion,etc. Men's dancing and singing heard vaguely in the background of one track and with another, can't know the words to the clear beautiful song by an Indian man, seems to me a song of sorrow. This is a fast moving album, beautiful to hear, and interesting to me. If you need a diversion from today's world, love the Native culture and enjoy synthesizer musical style.
3539125
Given the title and the picture of Churchill on the cover, it's hardly surprising that half the songs reflect the mood of the Second World War, and present a sound picture of a nation united against a common enemy. As to the remainder, not all of them fit the national theme quite so well, and I wish that the net had been cast more widely, so as to bring in a greater range of personalities. Nevertheless, remastering has been well carried out, and this 2-CD set is a real bargain,
640543
My title isn't a completely off-the-wall comparison:  the gypsies in Egypt are a minority underclass who have managed to support their identity (and maintain their zest for life) through song and dance.  This album is captivating:  the songs and instrumentals sound spontaneous, but the artists are consummate musicians who give a professional while still impassioned performance.  As a student of Middle Eastern dance, I've become very impatient with the techno-pop sound of much contemporary Egyptian popular music;  this group goes back to its folk roots without being self-consciously "folksy," and the result is a thoroughly enjoyable CD.