VA - La Douce Party Vol. 3 (2010)

Artist: VA
Title Of Album: La Douce Party Vol. 3 (2010)
Label: Irma Records
Year Of Release: 2010
Genre: Nu Jazz / Funky Breaks / Lounge
Format: mp3, vbr ~224kbps
Tracks: 16
Total Time: 67:35 min
Total Size: 123 Mb


Tracklist:
1. Acusmatic group - The Fixer (Solo Moderna Remix) (5:47)
2. Bengi Jumping - Frisch Vom Friseur (3:44)
3. The Shiffers - Body Down (2:57)
4. Max Sedgley - Devil Inside (Aldo Vannucci Remix) (3:38)
5. Now and Then - Boogie Woogie Sister (feat. Rava) (3:48)
6. Low Fidelity Jet-Set Orchestra - Groovy Motion (4:15)
7. Italian Secret Service - Not the Same (4:28)
8. Sam Paglia, Robert Passera - Musicarello decamerotico (4:34)
9. Paolo "Apollo" Negri - Paparazzi (feat. Teresa Reeves-Gilmer) (4:10)
10. DJ Rodriguez - Mi fai sognar (feat. Maki) (4:38)
11. Blade, Masquenada Family - Puta(5:26)
12. Ohm Guru - Someday (feat. Agrado) (3:53)
13. Zerosospiro - C'e un tic (2:53)
14. Aaron Tesser, The New Jazz Affair - Everlasting Rose (Dave Masoch Re-Jazzed) (4:19)
15. Big Mojo - As I Feel Myself (5:04)
16. Modulo5 - Focus On Sight (4:07)

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The opening tune is the wonderful remix by Danish producer Solo Moderna of the song "The Fixer" by "Cinematic band of the moment" Acusmatic Group. Followed by a series of wild break beat productions, among which Aldo Vannucci`s remix of "Davil Inside" by Max Sedley stand out, together with the soundtrack of Sony PSP`s TV ad "Body Down" by The Shiffers. We could not ignore, of cource, Benji Jumping and Robert Passera (with a taster of his new album), but also Modulo 5 and Low Fidelity Jet Set Orchestra (both from minds of the duo Dave Masoch/Paolo Apollo Negri, the latter with track under his own name too).
Last but not least: one of the last productions from the late DJ Rodrigues, with special guest on vocals Maki from Pizzicato Five!

Chico Hamilton - Twelve Tones of Love

Artist: Chico Hamilton
Title Of Album: Twelve Tones of Love
Year Of Release: April 14, 2009
Label: Joyous Shout
Genre: Jazz
Quality: MP3 / Joint Stereo
Bitrate: VBR kbit/s / 44.1 Khz
Total Time: 01:15:40
Total Size: 102 mb

Whereas drum legends like Art Blakey, Gene Krupa, and Buddy Rich are known for their stunning solos, veteran Chico Hamilton is just the opposite--he is known for his subtlety, propelling an ensemble in a modest yet noteworthy manner. TWELVE TONES OF LOVE is something of a departure for Hamilton (and most jazz discs in general) as it consists of 18 short, super-concise tracks. Hamilton and company make every note count as they effortlessly dart in and out of an assortment of styles. Among the TONES explored are hard bop, cool, Latin, fusion, and free. With a crew of younger cats and old friends, the musicianship is, as usual, excellent.

TRACKLIST

01. A Piece of Music (2:32)
02. Happiness Prevails (3:19)
03. George (5:01)
04. Nonchalant (5:42)
05. Lazy Afternoon (3:26)
06. Charlie Parker Suite (7:13)
07. Penthouse A (4:51)
08. On the Trail (2:53)
09. Broadway (3:5
10. If You Cant Beat Em Fight Em (3:41)
11. Really Makes My Day (1:12)
12. First Light (5:20)
13. Raoul (4:39)
14. Steinway (4:21)
15. I Don't Know Why (I Just Do) (3:32)
16. Lonely Woman (4:39)
17. Brother Bob (3:48)
18. The Alto of Kelso (5:23)

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Jamiroquai Live in Brasil !!!!!!!

Prepare seu coração, carteira, cartão de credito e uma graninha pra pagar uma breja pro seu amigo que vos escreve, em outubro 16/10 Jason Kay e sua trupe desembarca no Brasil.
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Jamiroquai Live in Brasil

The Juju Orchestra - Bossa Nova Is Not A Crime

Artist: The Juju Orchestra
Title Of Album: Bossa Nova Is Not A Crime
Year Of Release: 2007
Label: Agogo
Genre: Funk/Latin/Acid Jazz/Electronic/Bossa Nova
Quality: mp3
Bitrate: lossless/320 kbps
Total Time: 45:39 min
Total Size: 283 mb/110 mb
WebSite: Myspace.com

Tracklist:

01. This Is Not A Tango
02. Do It Again
03. What Is Hip?
04. Take Four
05. Kind Of Latin Rhythm
06. No Posso Demorar
07. Funky Nassau
08. El Bravo

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Ari Borger Quartet - AB4 (2007)

Artist: Ari Borger Quartet
Title Of Album: AB4
Label: ST2 Records
Year Of Release: 2007
Genre: Jazz-Funk
Format: mp3, CBR 192kbps
Tracks: 11
Total Time: 46:48 min
Total Size: 69.95 Mb
http://www.myspace.com/ariborger

Tracklist:
1. Trip Song (3:40)
2. Na Pressao (6:06)
3. Blind Man (4:49)
4. No Caminho do Bem (4:23)
5. Nem Vem, Miles (2:52)
6. Seсor Blues (6:12)
7. Acid Grouve (4:44)
8. B3 Solo (1:10)
9. Blue Monk (6:47)
10. Tributo a Oscar Peterson (2:31)
11. Soul G1 (3:34)

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Não costumo postar disco de artistas nem de selos do Brasil porque é um saco ! Mas achei este disco bem interessante e resolvi compartilhar com vocês, o Artista é sensacional e o selo um dos meus preferidos, apesar de ser aqui do Brasil onde o jabà rola solto.

Ari is a fantastic player with a talent for both, grand piano and Hammond. This is important as both instruments require different techniques and not many players can do well in both cases. Ari can and he makes his keys sing so sweet. Plus, the way he mixes jazz with soul and a bin of funk is so precise, yet so full of passion and gut that can only come from an artist who has spent a lot of time and love to get to know the music. Having said all that, “AB4” is so good that it could easily be one of the highlights in the catalog of the legendary Blue Note Records. Absolutely hot disc!

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VA - Sister Bossa Vol. 5 (2004)

Artist: VA

Title: Sister Bossa Vol. 5
Label: Irma Records
Year Of Release: 2004
Genre: Bossa Nova, Chillout, Latin
Quality: 192 kbps
Playtime: 79:12
Tracks: 14
Size: 107 Mb

TRACKLIST

01 Max Sedgley - Happy (in Rio) (Spiritual South remix)
02 LTJ X-Perience - Vamos Pra La
03 Kaleidoscopio - Voce Me Apareceu (DJ Eden remix)
04 Riovolt - Cresce Lentamente
05 Soul Quality Quartet - Como Antes
06 Arcoiris - Agora Tento
07 Honeymunch - Cascara (remix)
08 Belladonna - Ebatule (Ennio Styles" Samba Funk remix)
09 Fingers feat Viviane Cruz - Sarara (club mix)
10 Soul Bossa Trio - Butterfly (Afro Mystik remix)
11 Noa Noa - Somewhere In The Sky
12 Velho 4 - De Novo
13 Gazzara feat Ithamara Koorax & Paulo Sergio Valle - Verdade Ou Magia

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VA - Sister Bossa Vol. 3

Artist: VA
Title: Sister Bossa Vol. 3
Label: Irma Records
Year Of Release: 2002
Genre: Bossa Nova, Chillout, Latin
Quality: 192 kbps
Playtime: 64:47
Tracks: 14
Size: 92 Mb

TRACKLIST

01 Funkestra - Un Bom Motivo
02 DJ Rodriguez - Peter Pan's Syndrome
03 Montefiori Cocktail - On A Clear Day (T.Experience Remix)
04 Dom Un Romao - Afro Blue (Ras Remix)
05 Banda Favela - Neguinho
06 Clan Greco - Avenida
07 Gazzara - Point Of Departure (Long Version)
08 Bluecat - Playing Hard To Get
09 Os Grilos - Crickets Sing For Anama
10 Sam Paglia - After Pizza (7 Brazil Version)
11 Italian Secret Service - Sunday Morning Samba
12 Freetempo - Snowfield
13 Black Mighty Wax - West Eyes
14 Joao Donato, Palmyra & Levita - A Ra

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VA - Messin Around Vol 5 (2007) 2CD

Artist: VA
Title Of Album: Messin Around Vol 5
Year Of Release: 10 December, 2007
Label: Freestyle
Genre: Jazz, Nu Jazz, Funk, Disco
Quality: MP3
Bitrate: lossless 320kbps
Total Time: 116:17 min
Total Size: 833 mb/266 mb

Tracklist

CD1
01. I'll Bet You Thought I'd Never Find You - Palimpsest
02. Congo - River Plate Samba Orchestra
03. El Nino - Colman Brothers
04. Coast Is Clear - Plumstead Radical Club
05. Whatever You Dream (You Can Begin) - Grupo X & Julie Dexter
06. Who Will Buy - Landis, Shelia
07. Samboogaloo - Hi Fly Orchestra
08. Dance Freak - South Bronx Community Youth Project
09. Happy Samba - Murphy, Mark & Louis Van Dyke Trio
10. Wildflower - Nostalgia 77
11. Ai No Tabi - Sleepwalker

CD2
01. Mista President - Soul Jazz Orchestra
02. I Just Wanna Dance - Cuzz Band
03. Perfect Day - Mop Mop & Jackson Sloan
04. Lagoon Monster - De Palma, Guido & Jazzinho
05. Ipe Amarelo - Quasimode
06. Come On - Jazz Juice
07. In On Out - Roberts, Eddie
08. Snowflake - April, Ronnie Positive Energy
09. Aldeia De Ogum - Claridade
10. Sunshine - Grupo X
11. Cuba - Villaume, Kasper Quartet
12. Take The High Road - Art Ensemble Of Camden
13. Four - Shepherd, Elizabeth & JazzCotech Dancers

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The fifth instalment in the Messin' Around music series that represents the club now in its 12th year at the famous Jazz Cafe venue in London. This newest selection of modern jazz cuts is arguably the best yet, and features the finest in nu jazz and Latin styles from the likes of Colman Brothers, Soul Jazz Orchestra, alimpsest, Grupo X and more. A brilliant compilation that succeeds in its sole quest, to make you wanna dance.

Charlie Hunter Trio - Friends Seen And Unseen (2004)

Artist: Charlie Hunter Trio
Title Of Album: Friends Seen And Unseen
Label: Ropeadope Records
Year Of Release: 2004
Genre: Jazz-Funk
Format: mp3, CBR 320kbps
Tracks: 10
Total Time: 56:57 min
Total Size: 134.5 Mb
http://www.myspace.com/charliehunter

Tracklist:
1. One For The Kelpers (6:32)
2. Freedom Tickler (5:41)
3. LuLus Crawl (6:42)
4. Darkly (6:57)
5. Soweto's Where It's At (6:23)
6. Running In Fear From Imaginary Assailants (3:43)
7. Eleven Bars For Gandhi (6:57)
8. Bonus Round (3:57)
9. My Son The Hurricane (4:43)
10. Moore's Alphabet (5:22)

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Friends Seen and Unseen finds the guitarist going back to his roots in a trio setting. His last trio release was the landmark Bing, Bing, Bing released in 1995 which put the guitarist on map. Hunter’s new trio features the dynamic skills of saxophonist John Ellis and drummer Derek Phillips both from Right Now Move. The trio setting is naturally more intimate and allows the musicians to interact with a tight yet free style with music that should appeal to both long time and newer fans.
The new material is a well-rounded mix of styles that prove Hunter is more than just a jam-band guitarist. Hunter’s music has always been and continues to be about the groove. The opening piece “One For The Kelpers” features a funky vibe with Hunter’s bass strings laying down the slow cooked groove while “Freedom Tickler” introduces a freer melody allowing the trio to stretch things out musically with open solos. Never one to take himself too seriously Hunter adds both depth and humor on “Lulu’s Crawl” which could be the theme song for a sleazy Vegas strip tease show, with honking saxophone, guitar effects, and vivid drumming.

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VA - Back To Peru Vol. II (The Most Complete Compilation Of Peruvian Underground 1964-1974) (2010)

Artist: VA
Title Of Album: Back To Peru Vol. II
Year Of Release: 07/2010
Genre: Psych-Pop, Funk, Rock&Roll, 60s, 70s
Label: Vampi Soul
Quality: VBR kbps
Tracks: 34
Time: 117:00 min
Size: 172,3 MB

Tracklist

01.los juniors - tercera piedra en el 03:06
sol
02.los drag's - damerlo mi nena 03:00
03.los shain's - guau guau a go-go 01:42
04.los saicos - intensamente 02:19
05.kela gates - loca por un loco 02:24
06.los holy's - sueno sicodelico 02:42
07.los datsun's - en el sol 03:46
08.los teddy's - efectos 03:02
09.los far fen - camina, no vueles 03:08
10.beautiful days - full of fear 03:58
11.los comandos - mas de ti 03:49
12.the same people - sonando contigo 02:26
13.el opio - pusher 02:46
14.los zheros - cuarto oscuro 03:00
15.los jaguar's - tormenta en el mar 02:40
de la tranquilidad
16.telegraph ave - let me start 02:49
17.the ringers - down on my knees again 02:35
18.we all together - rock of all ages 03:42
19.monik - maybe i know 02:52
20.fe 59 - estoy brillando 03:28
21.los destellos - onsta la yerbita 06:13
22.los siderals - dongoh 02:59
23.jean paul el troglodita - 04:01
everything is gonna change
24.los york's - ya bebi gran rato 03:10
25.melcochita y sus invitados - tirado 03:54
dedo
26.pax - sittin on my head 04:37
27.el alamo - pusher men 03:21
28.texao - pelea del gobernador 04:36
29.traffic sound - the revolution 04:26
30.zulu - haces mal pobre chico 03:23
31.el polen - concordancia 07:42
32.cacique - cacique 02:57
33.cerro verde - i lost a game 02:35
34.sudamerica - yo no se senor 03:52
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117:00 min

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Volume two of this collection of the
rarest grooves from Peru, including
garage stompers, psych-pop, raunchy
funk, Latin rock and anything in
between.


The journey continues. Treasures keep
turning up and surprises don't stop. The
shards of the tremendous musical
explosion that took place in Peru
between 1965 and 1975 are still
scattered, and those who are lucky to
find them remain hypnotised by their
charm forever.

During that magical decade Peruvian rock
bands fed from all possible influences.
The original surf, rock and beat sounds
were joined by psychedelic
experimentation and the cult of the
acid. Some bands went even further and
explored the field of music fusion as
well as the most remote confines of
their mind. And most of it is here! We
welcome you, then, to a new overview of
a scene whose diversity mirrors a
society based on a powerful mix of races
and cultures.

One of the great sources of inspiration
was the rock, psychedelic pop and soul
music that came from the United States
and England. The songs by artists like
The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Iron
Butterfly, The Beatles or Mitch Ryder &
The Detroit Wheels had such a great
impact that they ended up merging with
traditional Tropical rhythms, giving
birth to new and surprising music styles
such as "psychedelic guajira".

Some bands, like Los Holy's, Los
Comandos, Los Jaguars or Los Siderals,
chose to turn up the reverb on their
amps and do without lyrics for their
fantastic surf instrumentals, which
sometimes incorporated arrangements in
the style of Joe Meek.

Other groups went for a rougher
approach. Los Saicos, Los Shain's or Los
Drag's represent the wildest type of
teenage abandon with their beat rhythms
and garage energy. Hallucinogenic plants
and the consumption of other illegal
substances brought about total
experimentation to Peruvian music, both
in terms of composition and
arrangements. Songs such as the bluesy
'Efectos' by Los Teddy's and 'Cuarto
oscuro' by Los Zheros reflect this new
psychedelic scene.

After the lysergic effects came hard and
acid rock, full of heavy riffs and
plenty of fuzz and wah-wah pedals,
surprisingly adopted and practiced by
bands like Pax, Telegraph Ave and
Traffic Sound.

Traditional folklore also suffered the
effects of the foreign rock invasion.
Native styles such as cumbia
incorporated elements from rock, which
resulted in curious tracks such as
'Onstá la yerbita' by Los Destellos,
featured here.

Sit down, relax and enjoy this journey
"Back To Peru"!

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Bossa Nostra Feat. Bruna Loppez - Kharmalion

Artist: Bossa Nostra Feat. Bruna Loppez
Title Of Album: Kharmalion
Year Of Release: 1998
Label: IRMA
Genre: Funk, Soul, Jazz, Latin , Bossa Nova
Quality: mp3
Bitrate: Lossless/320kbps
Total Time: 75:24 min
Total Size: 476Mb/173Mb
WebSite: MySpace

Tracklist:

1. Jackie 4:54
Vocals [Featuring] - Bruna Loppez
2. Apocalypso 5:21
Vocals [Featuring] - Bruna Loppez
3. Life 4:12
4. Maiden Voyage 6:09
5. Before It's Too Late 6:08
Vocals [Featuring] - Bruna Loppez
6. Chico Desperado 4:36
Vocals [Featuring] - Bruna Loppez
7. Rain 5:21
8. Kharmalion 4:39
9. Serrado 5:45
Vocals [Featuring] - Bruna Loppez
10. Groovin' On 4:40
11. Nasty 4:41

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Featured on vocals is Bruna Lopez, a Brazilian singer that has some good attitude in her voice. SHe's cool in I believe the most popular track, "Chico Desperado" and "Jackie", but can also be traditional too. The style of the cd is a mixture of latin vibes, Brazilian vibes and jazz.

VA - Sister Bossa Vol. 1 (2001)

Artist: VA
Title: Sister Bossa Vol. 1
Label: Irma Records
Year Of Release: 2001
Genre: Bossa Nova, Chillout, Latin
Quality: 192 kbps
Tracks: 13
Size: 88 Mb

TRACKLIST
01 Bruna Loppez - Bota pra quebar
02 Jazzedelic - Estrangeira
03 Quinteto X - Meu desespero
04 Street Jazz Unit - What's the best thing to do tomorrow
05 Montefiori Cocktail - Agua de beber
06 Balanco - Cinnamon and Clove (Samba 68)
07 Bossanostra - Apocalypso
08 Fez Combo - Gospelito
09 Hammond Express - Batucada Express
10 LTJ X-perience - Conga sax
11 Black And Brown - Manic samba
12 Montefiori Cocktail - Another B
13 Maf Crum - Cuiquina

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VA - Sister Bossa Vol. 2 (2001)

Artist: VA
Title: Sister Bossa Vol. 2
Label: Irma Records
Year Of Release: 2001
Genre: Bossa Nova, Chillout, Latin
Quality: 192 kbps
Tracks: 14
Size: 95 Mb


TRACKLIST

01 Italian Secret Service - Drumer Boy
02 Gazzara - Rhodes To Bahia
03 Dom Um Romao - Mas Que Nada
04 Del Gaudio, Rossi & D Angelo - Segundo
05 Black Mighty Orchestra - Rua Escondida
06 Bossa Nostra - Kharmalion
07 Jaymz Nylon - Nylitos Way
08 LTJ X-Perience - Sombre Guitar
09 Montefiori Cocktail - One Note Samba
10 Belladonna - Matumbana
11 Don Carlos - Seuna de Bahia
12 Mysterious Traveller - Tropical Wave
13 Bluecat - Good Morning Sunshine
14 Sam Paglia - London Bossa

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VA - Motown Remixed (2005)

Tracklist:

Artist: VA
Title Of Album: Motown Remixed
Year Of Release: (2005)
Label: Motown
Genre: Acid Jazz,Downtempo
Quality: MP3
Bitrate: VBR ~320kbps
Total Time: 76:32 min
Total Size: 175 MB

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01. Jackson 5, The - I Want You Back (Z-Trip Remix) 4:35
02. Gladys Knight And The Pips - I Heard It Through The Grapevine (The Randy Watson Experience Sympathy For The Grapes Mix) 5:30
03. Marvin Gaye - Let's Get It On (Paul Simpson & Miles Dalto MPG Groove Mix) 4:24
04. Eddie Kendricks - Keep On Truckin' (DJ Spinna Remix) 4:32
05. Edwin Starr - War (King Britt Remix) 5:14
06. Temptations, The - Papa Was A Rollin' Stone (DJ Jazzy Jeff & Pete Kuzma Solefull Remix) 8:48
07. Supremes, The - Stoned Love (A Tom Moulton Mix) 8:06
08. Stevie Wonder - Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours (DJ Smash Essential Funk Mix) 4:21
09. Rare Earth - I Just Want To Celebrate (Mocean Worker Remix) 5:00
10. Undisputed Truth - Smiling Faces Sometimes (Futureshock Main Ingredient Mix) 4:37
11. Gladys Knight And The Pips - Neither One Of Us (Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye) (Kenny Dope Mix) 6:17
12. Diana Ross & The Supremes* - My World Is Empty Without You (Tranzition Remix) 4:53
13. Temptations, The - Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me) (Easy Mo Bee Remix) 4:38
14. Smokey Robinson - Quiet Storm (Groove Boutique Remix) 5:37

Afternoons In Stereo - Aural Pleasure (2004)

Artist: Afternoons In Stereo
Title Of Album: Aural Pleasure
Year Of Release: 2004
Label: Afternoons In Stereo
Genre: Nu Jazz / Electro Funk / Downtempo
Format: MP3
Bitrate: V2 VBR Kbps
Tracks: 13
Total Time: 01:08:18
Total Size: 95 MB
WebSite: myspace.com

Tracklist:

01. Ocean Floor (3:42)
02. Sunrais (6:13)
03. Turtleneck (4:34)
04. Manihi (6:20)
05. Esquema da Sophia Pt I (4:14)
06. A New Dawn, A New Day (5:53)
07. On The Way To Lucia's (5:33)
08. Esquema da Sophia Pt II (4:07)
09. Architexture (7:51)
10. Metrosexual (5:43)
11. Esquema da Sophia Pt III (4:33)
12. Sao Paulo (4:34)
13. Modernist Abode (5:02)

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Afternoons In Stereo blends the organic with the digital, creating a funky 21st century blend of future jazz, funk, latin, house, breakbeat, and downtempo.

With a greater emphasis on live recording and soloing, the mostly instrumental album uses jazz as it’s core blueprint. But this is jazz in the digital-era, beginning and ending with the computer in the actual production but always incorporating live recording as the foundation for the compositions and their ingredients.

Incognito - Tribes, Vibes + Scribes (1993)

Artist: Incognito
Title Of Album: Tribes, Vibes + Scribes
Year Of Release: January 26, 1993
Label: Polygram Records
Genre: Acid Jazz, Funk, Jazz, Soul, Smooth Jazz
Quality: MP3 VBR V0 Lossy
Tag Type : id3v2 id3v1
Tool : LAME3.98
Bitrate: VBR Avg. Bitrate 249 Kbps
Total Time: 51:16 Min
Total Size: 96 MB

Tracklist
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01. Colibri 5:59
02. Change 5:05
03. River In My Dreams 1:08
04. Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing 5:20
05. Magnetic Ocean 5:19
06. I Love What You Do For Me 4:31
07. Closer To The Feeling 4:22
08. L'Arc En Ciel De Miles 4:02
09. Need To Know 5:15
10. Pyramides 4:19
11. Tribal Vibes 5:56

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Tribes Vibes + Scribes
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Incognito's third album nods to the influences that ground their jazz-funk-and-soul jams. The 11-member band adds a Latin feel to a snazzy cover of Stevie Wonder's "Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing," while "Magnetic Ocean" has a Weather Report-in-ballad-mode vibe. "Change" combines Maysa Leak's Chaka Khan-like power with sweeping Soul II Soul-ish strings, and "Need to Know" gives props to Roy Ayers (check the clavinet) and Rick James (horn section). The band is at its best showcasing Leak or featuring soloists, as on "Colibri" and the Mandrill-ish "Closer to the Feeling." Still, some attempts fall flat, like the syrupy "L'Arc en Ciel de Miles" that's more Chuck Mangione than Prince of Darkness. This one's for smooth-jazz aficionados; Brit-funk fans should check the band's later fare.