Rags To Rufus - Rufus & Chaka Khan (1974)

Rufus is a bit of a footnote, since they basically exist in history as “Chaka Khan’s first band.” But they were pretty good and had some big hits.

The band brings the funk. Khan brings her voice. It’s a good mix.

Tracks I Liked

You Got The Love - a synth- and guitar-heavy banger to open

Rags To Rufus - a funk instrumental that proves that brilliant often lies just on the other side of cheesy

Swing Down Chariot - hyped up gospel

Tell Me Something Good - a grocery store level hit, written by Stevie Wonder