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Re-release of the fifth album by iconic post-punk funk outfit A Certain Ratio, originally released by Factory Records in November 1986 and described by drummer Donald Johnson as "the Mike Tyson of funk".

Force marked a return to form for Ratio, mixing the robust funk grooves of lead single Mickey Way with more downtempo tracks, as well as Si Firmi O Grido, the percussive tour de force that still provides a reliable climax to live performances. In addition to pin-sharp rhythm and groove the album also displayed a certain pop sensibility, courtesy of guest vocalist Corinne Drewery of Swing Out Sister. The album was also one of the first to utilise the brand new Akai S900 sampler.

TRACK LISTING

1 Only Together
2 Bootsy
3 Fever 103
4 Naked And White
5 Mickey Way
6 And Then She Smiles
7 Take Me Down
8 Anthem
9 Inside
10 Nostromo A Go Go
11 Si Firmir O Grido