Sound-System

by Herbie Hancock

Sound-System cover art

Following the unprecedented success of 'Future Shock', Hancock reunited with producer Bill Laswell to continue his exploration of electro-funk and early hip-hop elements. The album delves deeper into global fusion, incorporating prominent African percussion alongside Grandmixer D.ST's scratching and Hancock's array of synthesizers and vocoders. It won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Instrumental Performance, solidifying his dominance in the instrumental dance space.

Genres

  • Electro
  • Jazz-Funk

Tracklist

  1. Hardrock
  2. Metal Beat
  3. Karabali
  4. Junku
  5. People Are Changing
  6. Sound System
  7. Metal Beat - Extended Version