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We're an American Band

by Grand Funk Railroad

Released: July 15, 1973

Hard rock

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This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Reissue.

The Album

It was also notable for being the first album with Craig Frost, who played organ, clavinet, and Moog, adding new dimensions to the band's sound. "We're an American Band" is the seventh studio album by American hard rock band Grand Funk Railroad, released on July 15, 1973, by Capitol Records. Previously a power trio, Grand Funk Railroad now had a fourth member contributing to their music.

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The album has been reissued multiple times and…

The album has been reissued multiple times and is available in various formats, including Compact Disc and a Quadraphonic mix on 8-Track cartridge.

The album's title track, "We're an American Band,"…

The album's title track, "We're an American Band," was released as the first single on July 2, 1973, and the second single, "Walk Like a Man," followed on October 29, 1973.

Both singles were sung by drummer Don Brewer

Both singles were sung by drummer Don Brewer.

"We're an American Band" is listed as #200…

"We're an American Band" is listed as #200 in the National Association of Recording Merchandisers' (NARM) Definitive 200 albums of all time, reflecting its lasting impact and popularity.

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This album marked a significant point in the band's career, as it was certified gold by the RIAA just over a month after its release. The album cover initially featured gold-colored foil, and the first pressings were made on clear, dark yellow vinyl to mimic a "gold" record.

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"We're an American Band" is the seventh studio album by American hard rock band Grand Funk Railroad, released on July 15, 1973, by Capitol Records. This album marked a significant point in the band's career, as it was certified gold by the RIAA just over a month after its release. It was also notable for being the first album with Craig Frost, who played organ, clavinet, and Moog, adding new dimensions to the band's sound. Previously a power trio, Grand Funk Railroad now had a fourth member contributing to their music.

The album's title track, "We're an American Band," was released as the first single on July 2, 1973, and the second single, "Walk Like a Man," followed on October 29, 1973. Both singles were sung by drummer Don Brewer. The album cover initially featured gold-colored foil, and the first pressings were made on clear, dark yellow vinyl to mimic a "gold" record. The album has been reissued multiple times and is available in various formats, including Compact Disc and a Quadraphonic mix on 8-Track cartridge.

"We're an American Band" is listed as #200 in the National Association of Recording Merchandisers' (NARM) Definitive 200 albums of all time, reflecting its lasting impact and popularity.