Larry Blackmon Bags
Description: "Rigor Mortis" is a song by American funk band Cameo, released in 1976, as a single from their debut studio album, Cardiac Arrest. In the US, the song peaked at number 33 on the Hot Soul Singles chart. In this instance "Rigor Mortis" is a euphemism for being lonesome on the dance floor.
Description: Cameo were one of the most exciting funk groups to emerge from New York during the 1970s. Led by Larry Blackmon, the band developed a distinctive sound built around deep basslines, punchy horns, tight rhythms and infectious grooves. Their track “Rigor Mortis” appeared as a Chocolate City single, with 1976-dated 45 RPM copies documented by record collectors. The song showcases Cameo’s raw, energetic approach to funk, combining a driving rhythm with a powerful instrumental arrangement designed for the dancefloor. It remains a notable example of the group’s early sound, capturing the vibrant spirit of 1970s funk.
