Marlena Shaw - Take A Bite

Year Released: 1979 (from her album Take a Bite)
Genre: Jazz Funk, Disco, Soul, R&B.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "Take A Bite" is the title track from the 1979 album by the esteemed American jazz, blues, and soul singer Marlena Shaw. Known for her powerful, versatile voice and her captivating stage presence, Shaw had a career that spanned decades and genres. While she is perhaps most famous for jazz and her iconic live version of "California Soul," the Take a Bite album, and its title track, saw her venturing more deeply into the contemporary disco and funk sounds prevalent at the end of the 1970s. "Take A Bite" features a driving, sophisticated funk-disco groove, lush arrangements with a prominent horn section, and Shaw's commanding vocals. It showcases her ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes while maintaining her distinctive soulful integrity. The song is a testament to the era's sophisticated dance music production and Shaw's versatility as an artist