Richard Finch and The Sunshine Band: A Japanese Twist on Funky Hits

In a remarkable turn of events, Richard Finch and his band, The Sunshine Band, experienced an unprecedented run of success in the mid-1970s. Their music, infused with funk and disco elements, captured the hearts of American audiences, leading to chart-topping singles and albums that continue to be celebrated today.

Their journey began when KC and The Sunshine Band released their album on WEA Japan in 2014, a re-release of their original work from four years prior. This marked the start of an incredible four-year period for the band, during which they became one of America's biggest funk acts.

The single 'That's the Way (I Like It)' was released in August 1975 and reached number four on the US Billboard 200 chart, cementing the band's status as a household name. Just three months later, their second album, simply titled KC and The Sunshine Band, hit the shelves.

Prior to this success, the band had released their debut album 'Do It Good' in 1974, which unfortunately failed to chart. However, this setback was soon forgotten as they went on to release 'Get Down Tonight,' which reached number one on both the US Billboard 100 and US R&B Charts. The following year, they released a follow-up album that not only reached number one on the US R&B Charts but also earned triple-platinum certification.

The band's remarkable rise to fame is all the more impressive considering their humble beginnings. Their debut album may have failed to chart, but it laid the foundation for the funk and disco sounds that would come to define them. Today, KC and The Sunshine Band remain beloved figures in the music world, with their music continuing to entertain audiences around the globe.

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