Parliament-Funkadelic - Cosmic Slop Live 1978 | Capitol Theatre Full Performance

Experience the dark, driving groove of Parliament-Funkadelic - Cosmic Slop, recorded live at the Capitol Theatre on November 6, 1978. This official archival footage highlights the "P-Funk" collective during one of their most creatively fertile periods, following the massive success of the One Nation Under a Groove tour. Led by the "Starchild" himself, Garry Shider, this performance is renowned for its raw emotional power and blistering instrumental work. The song’s heavy, psychedelic arrangement is anchored by a relentless bassline and elevated by the dual-guitar assault of Shider and Michael "Kidd Funkadelic" Hampton. Witness the chaotic brilliance and sophisticated musicality that made Parliament-Funkadelic a transformative force in 1970s rock and funk. The Lineup: 🎤🎸 Garry Shider – Lead Vocals, Guitar 🎤 George Clinton – Bandleader, Vocals 🎸 Michael Hampton – Lead Guitar 🎸 Cordell "Boogie" Mosson – Bass, Vocals 🎹 Bernie Worrell – Keyboards 🥁 Tyrone Lampkin – Drums 🎷🎶 The Horny Horns – Fred Wesley, Maceo Parker, etc. 🎤 Parlet & Brides of Funkenstein – Backing Vocals ⚡ 5 Facts About the Show Garry Shider’s Masterclass: This performance is a definitive showcase for Garry Shider (often known for his signature diaper stage costume), whose soulful, soaring lead vocals and rhythmic guitar work provided the heart of the song. The Capitol Theatre Archive: This footage is part of the Capitol Theatre's famous professional multi-camera archive, which provides a crystal-clear look at the band's elaborate stage production and energy. Funk-Rock Fusion: "Cosmic Slop" represents the "Funkadelic" side of the group's identity—leaning heavily into heavy metal and psychedelic rock influences compared to the horn-driven disco-funk of Parliament. Social Commentary: Despite its infectious groove, the song features some of the band's most somber lyrics, telling a story of poverty and a mother's sacrifice, a contrast that became a hallmark of George Clinton's songwriting. Peak P-Funk Era: The 1978 tour occurred as the collective reached their commercial and critical zenith, with this performance capturing the band at their tightest and most visually spectacular.