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WAR Announces First Studio Album in Over Three Decades, Promising a Funk Renaissance
Legendary funk band WAR is making a triumphant return with their first studio album in more than 30 years, reigniting their signature sound with a bold promise of a “funk renaissance” for a new generation. The as-yet-untitled project is slated for release later this year, marking a major comeback for the band that helped define 1970s funk, soul, and jazz fusion.
Known for timeless hits like “Low Rider,” “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” and “The World Is a Ghetto,” WAR became one of the most influential multicultural bands in American music history. Their upcoming release is expected to blend the gritty grooves and socially conscious lyrics that fans have come to love, while introducing fresh perspectives and collaborations with younger artists.
In a statement, founding member Lonnie Jordan shared his excitement: “This album is not just about nostalgia—it’s about bringing the funk into the future. We’re reaching back to our roots while also stretching forward, because funk is alive, and it’s evolving.”
The new material has been in the works for several years, with the band carefully curating songs that reflect both personal and societal themes—much like the music that first propelled them into the spotlight during a turbulent era of American history. WAR’s return arrives at a time when interest in classic funk and soul is resurging among younger audiences, bolstered by sampling, vinyl culture, and retro revivalism in pop and hip-hop.
A North American tour is expected to follow the album’s release, bringing WAR’s electrifying live performances back to the stage. More details, including the album title, cover art, and first single, are anticipated in the coming weeks.
For longtime fans and newcomers alike, WAR’s return heralds the revival of a genre that’s long overdue for a fresh
spotlight.
