Parliament - Up For The Down Stroke (LP) 180g Vinyl Record Reissue

Parliament – Up for the Down Stroke (180 g Vinyl LP, 2019 Reissue)

The Music Inside

Parliament’s second album (originally 1974) marks the dawning of the P‑Funk era—melding tight funk grooves, bold horn riffs, and raw energy with cosmic flair. Featuring Bootsy Collins and Bernie Worrell, it’s their first recorded with Casablanca Records and includes both the breakthrough title cut and a funk-powered reimagining of “Testify.” This limited 180 g U.S. reissue breathes new life into a foundational funk statement. 

Tracklist

1. Up for the Down Stroke
2. Testify
3. The Goose
4. I Can Move You (If You Let Me)
5. I Just Got Back
6. All Your Goodies Are Gone
7. Whatever Makes Baby Feel Good
8. Presence of a Brain

Sample Notes

A cornerstone of the funk and hip-hop playlists with timeless grooves:

• “Up for the Down Stroke” — a high-octane funk anthem still sampled and celebrated by DJs.
• “Testify” — energetic funk reimagining of a prior Parliament track, sampled for its propulsive feel.
• Deep grooves throughout provide prime source material for sampling and DJ sets.

Product Overview

• Format: 1×LP, 180 g audiophile vinyl, factory-sealed
• Label: Mercury / Universal Music
• Condition: Brand‑new, unplayed pressing
• UPC: 602577513602

• Year: 2019 reissue, remastered with care for modern pressing standards 

Why This Album Belongs in Your Collection

A turning point in funk history—and a constant source of infectious breaks. Up for the Down Stroke is essential vinyl for DJs, producers, and P-Funk archivists alike. With fresh mastering and premium pressing, this edition is both collectible and infinitely playable.