Parliament - Osmium

Today Marks The 55th Anniversary of Parliament's Debut Album "Osmium" Originally Released in the Month of September 1, 1970.

“Osmium”, the debut studio album by the American funk band Parliament , was released in 1970 on Invictus Records.

While not a chart-topper upon release, "Osmium" is now recognized for its historical significance and influence on the band's trajectory. 

The album "Osmium" marked a shift in sound, with the band incorporating elements of funk, soul, and psychedelic rock. 

The personnel for this album included the five Parliaments singers and the five backing musicians known as Funkadelic.

Parliament evolved from an earlier doo-wop group called The Parliaments. 

The same personnel also recorded as Funkadelic, releasing that act's self-titled debut album also in 1970.

After the release of Osmium, contractual difficulties prevented further recording under the name Parliament until 1974, when Clinton signed that act to Casablanca Records and positioned it as an R&B-inspired counterpoint to the more rock-oriented Funkadelic.

Both Parliament and Funkadelic, under the guidance of George Clinton, became key components of the larger P-Funk collective known for their theatrical live shows and unique musical approach.

"Osmium" is the only Parliament album to be produced by Ruth Copeland, and the only album to feature rhythm guitarist Tawl Ross, before his 1971 departure from the band.

Track-listing

1. I Call My Baby Pussycat

2. Put Love In Your Life

3. Little Ole Country Boy

4. Moonshine Heather

5. Oh Lord, Why Lord / Prayer

6. My Automobile

7. Nothing Before Me But Thang

7. Funky Woman

8. Livin' The Life

9. The Silent Boatman

By Romie Rome for Musique Funkology