The Jackson 5 - Dancing Machine
- Artist The Jackson 5
- Title
- Label
- Catalogue No
- Format
- Genre
- Media Condition
- Sleeve Condition
We grade all vinyl records according to the Goldmine Grading Standards, the industry benchmark for condition assessment and transparency.
Year Released: 1974
Label: Motown
Genre: Funk / Soul / Disco
Description:
“Dancing Machine” marked a major stylistic evolution for The Jackson 5, blending soul, funk, and early disco grooves. Featuring a prominent synthesized clavinet riff, rhythmic bass, and the group’s signature harmonies, the track captured the energy of the dancefloor and the emerging disco sound. The song peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of the group’s most iconic dance hits.
The track’s robotic dance sequences inspired Michael Jackson’s signature robot dance moves. It has been sampled by numerous artists in hip-hop and R&B, cementing its influence on later dance and urban music.