![]() ![]() It featured 10 of their most popular songs, plus two new tracks: "Give It Up" and "Let's Go Party". The band also released a compilation album, Greatest Hits, in 1980. They both reached the top 20 on the R&B chart, and were popular in clubs and radio stations. "Do You Feel All Right" and "Let's Go Rock and Roll" were upbeat disco anthems that showcased the band's energy and groove. It reached number two on both the pop and R&B charts, becoming one of the most successful duets of the disco era. It was a cover of Barbara Mason's soul classic from 1965. "Yes I'm Ready" was a duet with Teri DeSario, a singer-songwriter who was also signed to TK Records. It was also their biggest hit in Australia, where it topped the charts for eight weeks. It was their fifth and final number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100, and their first to reach number one on the Adult Contemporary chart. "Please Don't Go" was a ballad that showed a different side of the band. These albums contained some of their most memorable songs, such as "Please Don't Go", "Yes I'm Ready", "Do You Feel All Right", and "Let's Go Rock and Roll". They released three more albums during this period: Who Do Ya (Love) (1978), Do You Wanna Go Party (1979), and Space Cadet Solo Flight (1981). The band reached their peak of popularity in the late 1970s, as disco music dominated the airwaves and dance floors. The album also featured "Boogie Shoes", which was later included on the soundtrack of Saturday Night Fever (1977), one of the best-selling albums of all time. It continued the band's streak of hits, with two more number-one singles: "I'm Your Boogie Man" and "Keep It Comin' Love". Their fourth album, Part 3, was released in 1976. The latter was a cover of George McCrae's hit song, which was co-written by Casey and Finch. ![]() It was less successful than its predecessor, but it still contained some notable tracks like "Sound Your Funky Horn" and "Rock Your Baby". Their third album, The Sound of Sunshine, was also released in 1975. The album also won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group. All of these songs were certified gold or platinum by the RIAA, and reached number one on both the pop and R&B charts. It was a breakthrough success, spawning four top-five singles on the Billboard Hot 100: "Get Down Tonight", "That's the Way (I Like It)", "(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty", and "I'm Your Boogie Man". Their second album, KC and the Sunshine Band, was released in 1975. The album did not chart in the US, but it established the band's sound and style. The latter became a hit in Europe, reaching number 7 in the UK charts. It featured a mix of funk, R&B, and Latin influences, with songs like "Blow Your Whistle" and "Queen of Clubs". Their first album, Do It Good, was released in 1974. They also recruited guitarist Jerome Smith, percussionist Fermin Goytisolo, and horn players Robert Johnson and Ronald Smith. They soon decided to form their own band, with Casey as the lead singer and keyboardist, and Finch as the bassist and drummer. They started as a studio project, creating instrumental tracks for other artists. The band was formed by Harry Wayne Casey (KC) and Richard Finch, who were both working at TK Records, a Miami-based independent label. We will also highlight some of their most popular songs and achievements along the way. In this article, we will explore the discography of KC and the Sunshine Band, from their debut album in 1974 to their latest release in 2009. ![]()
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