Con Funk Shun - To The Max (Expanded Edition) (1982/2022)

Known for their up-tempo party songs, Con Funk Shun came strong on this album too. However, it was with the funk-driven ballad "Love's Train," with a lead by Michael Cooper's husky, yet smooth tenor. Although the ballad was funk-driven, the romance in the song is manifested by the guitar and piano rhythms. Also noteworthy is the ballad "Everlove," which features co-leads by Cooper and Felton Pilate. Although this song was never a release, it is a favorite among quiet-storm radio. Con Funk Shun's only uptempo hit from this album was "Ms. Got-the-Body," which is reminiscent of the Dazz Band's "Let It Whip." Nonetheless, the song offers a good vocal and arrangement. Aside from the aforementioned, the remainder of the album seems more experimental; however, Con Funk Shun maintains a high standard of musical quality.