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Disco...yep, I'm going there

We've all read the comments about disco music, most seem to heavily weigh on the side of "it sucks". I cannot say how many times I've read that two word remark......yet, without any explanation. One thing for sure, that era defined our consciousness and is an important part of our musical history.

Frankly, I love listening to several artists from that era ... Bee Gees, Donna Summer, KC & The Sunshine Band...………..

I really can't understand how anyone can listen to these artists and not be moved to get up and dance. That IS an emotional connection. The exact connection most of us long for. So, what's the problem?
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tostadosunidos
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The closest I ever came to listening to disco on purpose was certain tracks by Talking Heads (whom I still like)
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I understand that the distinction between funk and disco can sometimes be blurry but in general I see them as two very different things.  I've heard lots of funk that I like very much.  Less so with disco.
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tlong1958, it's that distinctive "four on the floor" drumbeat that is common to disco and some Talking Heads songs.  The Tom Tom Club, a big hit with the early 80's dance culture, was a subset of Talking Heads.  Again, I like Talking Heads for the most part.  Disco, not so much with a few exceptions. 
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