by Various
Really digging this compilation recently released by UK label BBE. Compiled by broadcaster, DJ and event promoter Kev Beadle, this mix of tracks from Beadles ‘personal collection’ presents rare jazz grooves and funky underground pieces with a mystic spiritual jazz bent. Kamal Abdul Alim’s ‘Brotherhood’ is a stand out track. With an attention grabbing percussive intro, funk guitar groove, killer horn arrangement and a B section that launches into upbeat swing, I couldn’t help but wonder…. where has this song been all my life? Other note-worthy selections; Johnny Walkers’ ‘Dippin’ delivers tight pre-disco funk whilst Chakra Son’s ‘Irakara’ gives us a funk jazz fusion cross over with a percussive cumbia influenced groove starring the under-utilized balafone. ‘Open Your Mind’ from Southern Energy Ensemble’ give us a glimpse of the seventies spiritual jazz movement and Roy Porter’s ‘Jessica’ is another highlight track featuring the old jazz flute (one of my personal favs). A brilliant collection of tracks. Enjoy with a glass of wine, good company and a little jazz boogie in your lounge room.
by Chelsea Wilson - Jazz Got Soul
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