La Mama - In And Out Long Version Elephant Funk

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Review by Keith Wallace

In And Out Long Version Elephant Funk by La Mama: A Disco-Electro Beast That Refuses to Die Alright, let’s cut the crap. This record? It’s wild. It’s weird. And damn, does it slap. Released in 1982 on Hansa International, In And Out Long Version Elephant Funk is one of those albums that feels like someone threw a disco ball into an arcade machine and hit "play." Genre? Electronic. Style? Disco with teeth. Country? Europe. Label? Hansa. Got it? Good. Now let’s dig in. First off, you gotta talk about the tracks—two bangers, no filler. “In And Out (Long Version)” kicks things off, and holy hell, this track doesn’t mess around. From the opening synth stabs to the relentless bassline, it’s got this hypnotic groove that just drags you onto the dancefloor whether you want to go or not. You can almost smell the smoke machines and cheap cologne when this thing drops. Producer Dietmar Kawohl clearly knew what he was doing here; the mix is tight as hell, but still raw enough to feel alive. It’s the kind of song that makes you forget where you are for seven minutes straight—and trust me, that’s a good thing. Then there’s “Elephant Funk,” which… okay, yeah, the name sounds ridiculous, but don’t let that fool ya. This track hits hard. Imagine if elephants could DJ at some underground Berlin club back in the day—that’s what this feels like. The rhythm stomps through your speakers like a pissed-off herd, while these sharp, squelchy synths rip through the air. Mats Björklund deserves props for helping shape this chaos into something so damn listenable. By the time it’s over, you’re left sweaty, confused, and kinda amazed you survived. The credits? Solid crew. Photography by Hans-Ulrich Prost gives the cover that cold, sleek Euro vibe. And honestly, the whole package screams ‘80s futurism without being cheesy about it. These guys weren’t trying to reinvent music—they were too busy having fun breaking it apart and gluing it back together again. So why do I remember these tracks? Because they don’t sound like anything else from ‘82—or even now. They’re messy, bold, and unapologetically themselves. If most disco-electronic hybrids are happy to sit pretty in the background, this album grabs you by the collar and demands attention. Here’s the kicker though—listening to this today feels like finding a forgotten treasure chest buried under decades of bad pop music. Like, how did something this aggressive and bizarre come out on a major label? Who greenlit this madness? Whoever they were, bless ‘em.

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Artist: La Mama
Album: In And Out Long Version Elephant Funk
Rating: 3.75

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  • FLAC size: 112.4 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Elephant Funk3:10
In And Out (Long Version)4:43

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LA MAMA - Elephant Funk (1982)
LA MAMA - In and Out (1983)

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Catalog Numbers

600 525, 600 525-213

Labels

Hansa, Hansa International

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • Single
  • 45 RPM

Companies

RoleCompany
Published ByFAR
Record CompanyAriola Eurodisc GmbH
Distributed ByAriola Group Of Companies
Printed ByMohndruck Graphische Betriebe GmbH
Pressed BySonopress
Produced ForFrank Farian Productions

Credits

RoleCredit
Photography ByHans-Ulrich Prost
ProducerDietmar Kawohl, Mats Björklund

Notes

  • Catalog# on labels: 600 525
  • Catalog# on back cover: 600 525-213
  • Track A: FAR
  • Track B: Arabella
  • ℗ 2/1982
  • Produced for Frank Farian Production
  • Distributed by the Ariola Group of Companies
  • Printed in Western Germany by Mohndruck Graphische Betriebe GmbH, Gütersloh
  • Ariola-Eurodisc GmbH., München
  • Made in Germany
  • "Super Sound Single" listed on front and back cover.

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A): 020 600525 A-2 Made in Germany
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B): 600525 B-1 020 Made in Germany
  • Matrix / Runout (Label Side A): S 600 525 A
  • Matrix / Runout (Label Side B): S 600 525 B
  • Label Code: LC 0835
  • Rights Society: GEMA/STEMRA

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The 1982 album *In And Out Long Version Elephant Funk* by La Mama is a hidden gem in the world of electronic disco. It was released on the iconic Hansa label, known for its eclectic European sound. What makes it even cooler? The photography was done by Hans-Ulrich Prost, adding a visual edge to the groovy beats crafted by producers Dietmar Kawohl and Mats Björklund. If you’re into retro vibes, this one’s a must-listen!

Comments

lifesavercontactus
2025-03-16
And even more since I'm her M.OD. and wonder why she calls me sir. Since I was born when this song was made. I should be saying "YES MA'AM"! HAHA
bhagolbae18
2025-03-16
Its since funny my manager is Cathy Marx (Bartney) , biggest fan now.
oktotainment
2025-03-15
enjoyed it.listened 2 this song as a teenager way back in the 80s from the cassette titiled TOPS OF THE POPS!
sugarandrawhoney
2025-03-15
This one proves "old is always gold"
indahkristi18
2025-03-15
do you have chicago by darlin'?
chapolozanogarcia
2025-03-15
absolutely fabulous. Funky & funny Lyrics
alladinsadventure
2025-03-15
ok man
chribonn58
2025-03-14
règle tes enceintes alors...
linn0814
2025-03-14
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non cest ton qui est pourri man avec les autres cela passe tres bien!
asociacionsiendo
2025-03-14
lool t'1kiet je sais !! je plaisante!! mais je peux pas faire mieux !! :(
amastemron
2025-03-13
inaudible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!