Which Scottish funk band released the 1975 single "Cut the Cake"?

The Scottish funk band that released the 1975 single “Cut the Cake” was Average White Band.

Average White Band, commonly abbreviated AWB, recorded and performed “Cut the Cake” for their 1975 album of the same name. The group came from Scotland but achieved much of its commercial success in the United States, where its polished blend of funk, soul, R&B, and jazz connected strongly with Atlantic Records audiences.

The single was produced by Arif Mardin and arranged by Roger Ball. It reached No. 10 on the U.S. pop chart and No. 7 on the U.S. R&B chart, while also making the U.K., Canadian, and dance charts. The album became another major success for the band and followed their breakthrough hit “Pick Up the Pieces.”

The title can cause confusion because “cut the cake” is also an ordinary celebratory phrase, but this question refers specifically to AWB’s recording. The song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 1976 ceremony, although Earth, Wind & Fire won for “Shining Star.” AWB later reissued the single in 1986.