Category: In Search of Old Gems [Patreon]
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In Search Of Old Gems: Wilbert Longmire – Sunny Side Up
Released: 1978 Genre: Jazz-Fusion From: US Label: CBS Why you should listen: Wilbert Longmire’s highly celebrated debut 1978 album Sunny Side Up was produced by Bob James and features an array of talented jazz musicians. An absolute master at that smooth, jazz-fusion sound, the album is a mesmerising body of…
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In Search Of Old Gems: John Tropea – Tropea
Released: 1975 Genre: Fusion-jazz From: US Label: Marlin Why you should listen: John Tropea is a jazz guitarist from New York City. He’s worked previously with the likes of Brazilian legend Eumir Deodato, who he toured and recorded with, Van Morrison, Dionne Warwick, Billy Cobham, Eric Clapton and John Lennon,…
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In Search Of Old Gems: Mendes & Mendes – Mendes & Mendes
Released: 1982 (Reissued 2023) Genre: Afro-funk From: Cape Verde Label: Sabura Records Why you should listen: This funky, polyrhythmic and colourful gem from brothers brothers Gerard Mendes (also known as Boy Ge Mendes) and Jean-Claude Mendes is an absolute joy to listen to. From Cabo Verde but born in Dakar,…
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