The Time-Self Titled Vinyl LP- 1981 Warner Bros. BSK 3598

The Time – The Time (Warner Bros. BSK 3598, 1981)

The Minneapolis funk factory in full ignition — The Time’s self-titled debut is a cornerstone of the Prince-built sound that would define an era. Released in 1981 on Warner Bros. Records, the album introduced the world to Morris Day and the ultra-tight Minneapolis crew that blended swagger, humor, and unstoppable groove.

Produced and largely written by Prince (under the alias Jamie Starr), this record drips with attitude — slick synths, rubbery basslines, and sharp rhythms that blur the line between funk, R&B, and new wave. From the irresistible bounce of “Get It Up” and “Cool” to the late-night seduction of “Girl,” every track radiates studio precision and street-party energy.

Label: Warner Bros. – BSK 3598

Year: 1981

Genre: Funk / R&B / Minneapolis Sound