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Rare Gems Odyssey : Rare Gems Odyssey Re-release
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Disco and Funk meet head-on in this great album by Rare Gems Odyssey. Originally released in 1977, this digital re release sounds even better. This great CD has it all, including the hit song "What Is Funk."
Genre: Urban/R&B: Disco (R&B)
Release Date: 2007
Rare Gems Odyssey Re-release Record Label: IMAGINATION RECORDS
  • Download Album (MP3) - $9.99
  • Buy CD - $12.97
Preview Song Name Time Format Price Select
Love Wont' Set Me Free 3:49 $0.99
Psychic Lady 3:42 $0.99
Restricted Area 2:59 $0.99
What Is Funk 6:20 $0.99
We Are Rare Gems Odyssey 6:46 $0.99
Wonder Boy 4:11 $0.99
Me & You 2:58 $0.99
Rocky Mountain 2:46 $0.99
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Album Notes

In 1977 Rare Gems Odyssey released their first album on Casablanca Records & Filmworks, titled "Rare Gems Odyssey". The album went on to become # 1 in 51 cities. It also was a big hit overseas. The major track from the album was "What Is Funk." Written by Rare Gems Odyssey, this song set the tone for Disco/Funk.

Charles Givings, Drums & Vocals, Johnny Ross, Keyboards & Vocals, Debra Givings, Percussions & Vocals, Darryl Coleman, Bass & Vocals, Tony Coleman, Percussions & Vocals, and Jimmy Gough, Guitars & Vocals. These are the members of this super group.

So sit back, relax and enjoy the Disco/Funk sound of the 70's.

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REVIEWS

author: Dennis Carboni
Bringing back rare and unknown lps is what the most recent music age is all about. Rare Gems Odyssey is one of those special groups that never got the right chance during the underground dance high period (late 70s, early 80s). Now we all have a chance to experience the beauty of the groove. "What Is Funk?" is one of those songs that is quoted all the time, but not many people have heard the original. All of the music on the cd is very uplifting. Thanks again for bringing back this great record.
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