WAR

WAR formed in Long Beach, California in 1969, creating a distinctive sound that blended rock, funk, jazz, Latin rhythms, and reggae. The multi-ethnic band achieved commercial success in the 1970s with songs like "The Cisco Kid," "Low Rider," and "Why Can't We Be Friends?" Their music featured extended instrumental passages and showcased the talents of each band member, making them one of the most musically diverse groups of their era.