{"product_id":"funky-kings-funky-kings","title":"Funky Kings – Funky Kings","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"73\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"31\"\u003eFunky Kings – \u003cem data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"29\"\u003eFunky Kings\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"34\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eFunky Kings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"394\"\u003eA quietly cult classic of late-1970s American soft rock and songwriter-driven pop, \u003cem data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"171\"\u003eFunky Kings\u003c\/em\u003e brings together a loose collective of seasoned musicians and writers associated with the Southern California scene. The result is an album built on strong songwriting, understated grooves, and a warm, organic studio sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eRather than leaning into the harder edge suggested by the name, the record sits comfortably in the melodic, country-tinged rock tradition of the era - where storytelling, harmony, and subtle arrangement choices take priority over flash. The material is shaped by writers such as Jack Tempchin and Jules Shear, both known for their work across the Americana and West Coast rock landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eTracks like “Singing in the Streets” and “Highway Song (Drive, Drive, Drive)” reflect a road-worn lyrical sensibility, while songs such as “Slow Dancing” and “Let Me Go” bring a more reflective, emotional tone. The arrangements are understated but rich, featuring piano, organ, and tasteful guitar work that support rather than overpower the vocals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eWith contributions from musicians including \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBarry Beckett\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eGreg Leisz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMike Finnigan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the album carries the craftsmanship of experienced session players, giving it a polished yet relaxed feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eFunky Kings\u003c\/em\u003e stands as a snapshot of a particular moment in American songwriting - melodic, unhurried, and rooted in strong compositional craft rather than genre definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003eTracklist:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eA Side\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eA1. 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