Lee Fields - Let's Talk It Over (1977)

Lee Fields, one of the great criminally under appreciated funky geniuses of the 70s carved this pounding, raw funk classic that finds the man at the peak of his powers! Lee is absolutely on fire on all these tracks, with a Godfather like delivery that will knock you out of your chair, whether with a fiery funk howl, or a smooth, soulful glide on the occasional ballad. His backing musicians perform tons of hot drums, propulsive percussion, and some driving conga work that steers things into an afro funk groove on several of the tunes.
Includes the titles 'Let's Dance', 'Mighty Mighty Love', and the 2-parts number 'Everybody Gonna Give Their Thing Away'.

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Greg

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Mandrake Som - O...,Amigo (1977)

One of Brazil's finest percussionist, Mandrake Som, released this rare Italian-only album in 1977. It is a perfect follow-up to his previous bossa-jazz killer 'Sombossa', bringing even further the fusion between brazilian percussion-heavy music and jazz.
All in all it is a real groovy gem that deserves to be better known, and it includes great covers of 'Mulher Rendeira' or the timeless 'Dindi', plus original compositions such as the title track, 'Estrada do Sol' or 'Disparada'.

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Greg

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Azar Lawrence - People Moving (1976)

An excellent bit of spacey funky jazz from sax player Azar Lawrence, and one of the great earlier productions by Skip Scarborough, with a feel that's very similar to Gary Bartz's work with Larry Mizell! Azar plays a mix of funk and spiritual soul jazz – and he's got some great electric backing by Patrice Rushen, Paul Jackson, Harvey Mason, Mtume, and Lee Ritenour.
The whole thing's got a great Fantasy Records funk groove – and includes many nice titles like "Theme For A New Day", "Kickin Back", "Canticle For The Universe", "Gratitude" and a great take on Scarborough's "Can't Hide Love".

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Greg

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Vince Andrews - Love Oh Love (1982)

Although 1980s jazz is usually not my cup of tea, this firing session by Vince Andrews is a noteworthy exception. Singer Jeannette Williams truly shines on the numbers she's featured in, and the polished sound doesn't go in the way of the progressive approach, with a lot of groovy playing going on, and a snapping jazzy organ to back things up.
The leader and writer of most of the tunes is saxophonist Vince Andrews, who plays with ease and is heard in fine form on 'The One Who Needs You' or 'Vibrating with Vince'.

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Greg

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Rhythm Machine - Rhythm Machine (1976)

A fantastic independent LP of funky soul, this self-titled album by Rhythm Machine is fulled of little nuggets that will tickle your groove-loving ears. Hailing from Indianapolis, the group was made of members Meride Williams and Donald Harris on saxophones, Hopie Bronson on keyboards, James Boone (bass guitar/lead vocals), Robert Dycus (drums), Maurice Puckett (guitar), and Dennis McNeil on conga.
The collective writing and arrangements have a great mid-70s feel, with lots of space, and a great warm sound that's a perfect balance between fully organic sound and the right bits of electric keyboards in the mix.
Includes 'You Got Action, You Got Me", 'Everybody's Chippin' and the great longer piece 'Thought My Love Was Fine'.

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Greg

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greg kahn

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