Spill the Wine cover

Spill the Wine

War · 1970

9 min · 2 tracks · funk ยท soul ยท jazz rock

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and funk, underscored by jazzy instrumentation and soulful vocals.

Spill the Wine is a single by War, released in 1970. A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and funk, underscored by jazzy instrumentation and soulful vocals. 'Spill the Wine' peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of War's most commercially successful tracks. Its cross-genre appeal helped establish War as a prominent act in the music scene, influencing future Latin rock and funk artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Spill the Wine sound like?

A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and funk, underscored by jazzy instrumentation and soulful vocals. Rooted in funk and soul.

What makes Spill the Wine by War notable?

'Spill the Wine' peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of War's most commercially successful tracks. Its cross-genre appeal helped establish War as a prominent act in the music scene, influencing future Latin rock and funk artists. Released on May 1, 1970, 'Spill the Wine' marked War's emergence into mainstream consciousness following their debut album. This single became a pivotal moment in their career, showcasing their unique blend of genres and setting the stage for their later successes.

How many songs are on Spill the Wine?

Spill the Wine has 2 tracks, running approximately 9 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·9:06

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Spill the Wine Standout 4:51
  • 2 Magic Mountain Standout 4:15

Release Date

May 1, 1970

Genre

funk, jazz rock, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

9 min 6 sec