Throwin' Down

Rick James recorded this set at Motown, utilizing a studio environment that helped combine street funk with disco production. The record features the track Standing On The Top, which includes a guest appearance from The Temptations.

Influences from the P-Funk scene appear across the arrangements, creating music suited for a dance floor. The result is a mix of soulful melodies and heavy bass that reflects a moment where various styles were beginning to merge.