Donald Byrd - Thank You...For F.U.M.L. (Funking Up My Life)

 Today Marks The 46 Anniversary of Donald Byrd’s 43rd Studio Album “Thank You...For F.U.M.L. (Funking Up My Life)” Originally Released on July 1, 1978.

Thank You...For F.U.M.L. (Funking Up My Life) is an album by Jazz, Funk trumpeter Donald Byrd released in 1978 on Elektra Records.

The album features compositions by American rhythm and blues and jazz-funk fusion group The Blackbyrds.

The album marked a distinct movement away from jazz toward more rhythm and blues and disco influences. The cover art is by Romare Bearden.

Track-listing

1. Thank You for Funking Up My Life

2. Sunning in Your Loveshine

3. Your Love Is My Ecstasy

4. Loving You

5. Have You Heard the News?

6. In Love with Love

7. Cristo Redentor

8. Close Your Eyes and Look Within

By Romie Rome for Musique Funkology