Game, Dames and Guitar Thangs (1977)

About this title: A hidden gem among the many Parliament/Funkadelic-affiliated albums released during the mid- to late '70s, Eddie Hazel's only official solo album may not sport any perennial classics and may be a bit short on content, yet it became incredibly revered in subsequent years following its quiet release. Part of this album's magnetic allure to P-Funk fans no doubt arises from its rare status as a considerable collector's item capable of fetching substantial prices. There's more to the album than rarity, though. Hazel never really garnered the acclaim he deserved as a pioneering funk-metal guitarist ... read more

Tracks:

1. California Dreamin' [Phillips/Phillips]
2. Frantic Moment [Clinton/Collins/Wor]
3. So Goes the Story [Clinton/Collins/Haz]
4. I Want You (She's So Heavy) [Lennon/McCartney]
5. Physical Love [Clinton/Collins/Coo]
6. What About It? [Clinton/Hazel]
7. California Dreamin' (Reprise) [Phillips/Phillips]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.