Do It by Power Play: A Funky Time Capsule from 1977 That Still Grooves
Man, if you’re a sucker for that raw, unfiltered funk and soul vibe, Do It by Power Play is like stumbling across an old treasure chest at a flea market. Released in ’77 on the Acanta label, this album feels like it was brewed in some smoky club where Germany meets Brazil—two countries not exactly known for their disco vibes but hey, they nailed it here. This record’s got grit, groove, and enough energy to make your living room feel like Studio 54.
Let me tell ya about "Higher And Higher." Oh man, this track hits different. The moment those horns kick in, it's like someone just lit a fire under your feet. You can’t help but move—it’s impossible. There’s something so alive about the way the bassline bounces off the drums; it’s like they’re having a party of their own back there. And when the vocals come in? Forget it. It’s one of those songs where you don’t even realize you’ve been dancing for ten minutes straight. I swear, every time I hear it, I’m transported to some neon-lit dance floor with glitter stuck to my shoes.
Then there’s “Hey Sexy Baby.” This one sticks with me because it’s smooth as hell, but also kinda cheeky. Like, yeah, we know what you’re getting at, Power Play, and honestly? We love it. The rhythm is tight, almost hypnotic, and the singer’s voice has this playful edge that makes you wanna grin while you’re shaking your hips. It’s the kind of song that reminds you how fun music used to be before everything got so serious. Pure vibes.
The rest of the album keeps the momentum going too. Tracks like "Come On Take Me Higher" and "Do It All Night" are textbook examples of how to keep a groove alive without overthinking it. They’re simple, sure, but sometimes simple works best. These tunes are less about reinventing the wheel and more about making you forget all your problems for three minutes. And honestly? Sometimes that’s all you need.
Reflecting on Do It, I can’t help but think about how music used to bring people together in ways that felt effortless. No algorithms, no playlists curated by robots—just pure human connection through sound. Listening to this album feels like eavesdropping on a conversation between musicians who were just vibing out and letting things flow naturally.
And isn’t that wild? Here we are, decades later, still jamming to these tracks like nothing’s changed. Maybe that says something about us—or maybe it just proves great funk never really goes out of style. Either way, crank this baby up and let yourself go. Your body will thank you.
