Experience the legendary blend of jazz, soul, Latin, and funk with War’s iconic Deliver The Word. Hailing from the band’s influential 1971-1975 period, this album showcases War’s unmistakable sound and powerful songwriting, cementing their reputation as genre innovators. Let the music transport you to the vibrant energy and social consciousness that defined this era in American music.

Deliver The Word stands out with its rich arrangements and compelling rhythms, recorded at Crystal Industries and Caribou Studios in Los Angeles. Featuring all compositions written by War (with “Southern Part of Texas” co-written by Jerry Goldstein), this album delivers thoughtful, groove-laden tracks that invite both reflection and celebration—a must-hear chapter in the band’s celebrated catalog.

• Format: Vinyl
• Label: Avenue Records
• Genre: Jazz, Latin, Soul & Funk
• Release Date: 07/17/2021
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TRACKS

A1. Sun Oh Son
A2. Lonely Feelin'
A3. Back Home
B1. War Drums
B2. Vibeka
B3. Fidel's Fantasy
C1. All Day Music
C2. Get Down
C3. That's What Love Will Do
C4. There Must Be A Reason
D1. Nappy Head (Theme From "Ghetto Man")
D2. Slippin' Into Darkness
D3. Baby Brother
E1. The Cisco Kid
E2. Where Was You At
E3. City, Country, City
F1. Four Cornered Room
F2. The World Is A Ghetto
F3. Beetles In The Bog
G1. H₂ Overture
G2. In Your Eyes
G3. Gypsy Man
H1. Me And Baby Brother
H2. Deliver The Word
H3. Southern Part Of Texas
H4. Blisters
I1. Don't Let No One Get You Down
I2. Lotus Blossom
I3. Heartbeat
30. Leroy's Latin Lament (Medley)
J1. Smile Happy
J2. So
J3. Low Rider
J4. In Mazatlan
J5. Why Can't We Be Friends?