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Zapp's presence faded further in the latter half of the 1980s, as Troutman focused his attention on his solo career. [9] The final release by Zapp before Troutman's death was Zapp V in September 1989, which achieved only moderate commercial success and failed to receive an RIAA certification. [9]
Unlimited! is the third solo album by Zapp frontman Roger Troutman (credited as "Roger"), released in 1987. [1] It includes a cover of James Brown 's 1965 single " Papa's Got a Brand New Bag ", as well as Roger's biggest R&B and crossover hit (on the pop charts ), " I Want to Be Your Man ."
Roger Troutman (November 29, 1951 – April 25, 1999), [1] [2] also known as just Roger, was an American singer, musician, and the founder of the band Zapp who helped spearhead the funk movement and influenced West Coast hip hop due to the scene's heavy sampling of his music.
All the Greatest Hits is the first official greatest hits album by American funk band Zapp (then credited as Zapp & Roger), released October 26, 1993, via Reprise Records. [3] The album contains songs Zapp performed as a band from their first four albums, as well as songs from Roger Troutman 's solo albums.
Bridging the Gap is the fourth and final solo studio album by American musician Roger Troutman. It was released on October 29, 1991, via Reprise Records. The production was handled by David Gamson and Troutman.
The New Zapp IV U is the fourth studio album by the American funk band Zapp, released on October 25, 1985 by Warner Bros. Records. The album contained the song " Computer Love ", which reached #8 on the US Billboard R&B chart. [ 2 ]
"Slow and Easy" is a song performed by American rhythm and blues band Zapp (then credited as Zapp & Roger), issued as the second and final single from their first greatest hits album All the Greatest Hits. It was written by Roger Troutman, Larry Troutman and Shirley Murdock; and was produced by Roger. [4]
"Be Alright" is a song performed by the American funk band Zapp. The song was written, arranged, composed, performed and produced by Roger Troutman. It was issued as the second and final single from the band's eponymous debut album. The song peaked at No. 26 on the Billboard R&B chart in 1981. [4]