Open Sesame (Kool & the Gang album)

Open Sesame is the seventh studio album by the American funk/R&B group Kool & the Gang, released in 1976. It is notable for containing the hit title track, "Open Sesame," which was featured on the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack in 1977. The album marked a commercial peak for the band, reaching number six on the Billboard Top Soul Albums chart and number 32 on the Billboard 200. "Open Sesame" itself became a top ten hit, helping to propel the album's success. The album also features other tracks like "Super Woman" and "Street Corner Symphony," showcasing the band's diverse musical styles, including funk, soul, and disco influences. While not considered strictly a disco album, the title track's inclusion on the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack helped cement Kool & the Gang's connection to the disco era in the public consciousness. The album's overall sound is characterized by its tight instrumentation, catchy melodies, and Robert "Kool" Bell's signature basslines.