Moussaka

Here is one my favorite cuts in "Moussaka" from jazz trumpeter Eddie Henderson. This funky and yet soulful jazz gem was featured on Henderson's brilliant 1974 Inside Out album which features an incredible cast of musicians including Buster Williams (bass), Herbie Hancock (electric piano & keys), Bennie Maupin (clarinet, flute, saxophone), Billy Hart (drums) and Bill Summers (congas). If you find yourself really enjoying this track, I highly recommend checking out many of the trumpeter's other records from this era including Realization, Sunburst, and Heritage.

This is a great example of the kind of music I'll be featuring on my new upcoming online radio show Village Dance Radio, which will debut starting in November. On this new radio show I will also be focusing on rare Afro-Latin gems, spiritual jazz cuts, and a blend of Tropical disco. Just think this blog shifted more to the jazz side of things. Anyways, I'm very excited to start this new project and I look forward to sharing it with all of you. Until then, enjoy this funky track by Eddie Henderson.

Eddie Henderson - Moussaka



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Nassau Got Soul

Here is Wess & The Airedales soulful rendition of The Beginning Of The End's early seventies disco classic "Funky Nassau". This version of the song was included on the group's 1972 album Vehicle. Even though I tend to prefer either The Beginning Of The End's and/or Ray Munnings' 1979 version of the song, I think this is a worthy rendition that brings a bit of a more soulful feel to the overall classic. Enjoy!

Wess & The Airedales - Funky Nassau

Caribbean Congo

Let's end the week with a new re-edit I recently did of tropical disco gem from 1977. As the title suggests, I went for a funky Caribbean groove on this edit. I'm sure if you listen closely, you'll be able to identify the original track. As always, I would love to hear feedback regarding this track from everyone. Enjoy your weekend!

Pat Les Stache - Caribbean Congo

Saffron & Latin Soul

Here is a funky Latin gem by Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers titled "Caravan". This heavy-hitting Latin instrumental cut was featured on the group's very hard-to-find 1967 album Saffron & Soul, which was released off the known jazz label Presitge. Sweater Funk's DJ Jacob Pena first introduced me to this specific record by Pucho when he dropped a track off this record when he was guest deejaying last month's SFJAZZ Hotplate night. His original version was actually signed by Henry "Pucho" Brown himself! After getting a hold a digital version of the album, the vinyl version has easily climbed to the top of my wishlist. After one listen, I wouldn't be surprised if many of you are feeling the same way. Enjoy!

Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers - Caravan

The Juju Experience

Here is one of my favorite cuts from Juju (aka Oneness of Juju) in "Black Experience". This funky soulful African-flavored jazz gem wa featured on the group's 1974 album Chapter Two: Nia which was originally released off of the Strata East label. This is just one of the many great tracks off this record which also includes notable cuts like "Nia", "The End of the Butterfly King", as well as a solid rendition of Pharaoh Sanders' "Black Unity". This LP was re-issued a few years back, which should only be used as a "place-holder" until you can hunt down an original copy. Highly recommended!

Juju - Black Experience

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Do What You Want To Do

Let's start the week off with a classic funky gem titled "Do What You Want To Do" by Willie Bobo & The Bo Gents. This Latin-flavored funk gem was the title track of the group's only album, which was released back in 1971. On this album, the Latin jazz percussionist Willie Bobo surrounds himself with a solid cast of musicians to release one his most funky releases. Overall, if your a fan of Bobo's incredible fusion of Latin grooves and deep 70's funk, this one album that you must own. Enjoy!

Willie Bobo & The Bo Gents - Do What You Want To Do

Blog Update

First off, I want to apologies for the lack of updates last week. I was busy moving from San Francisco to the East Bay, therefore the move occupied most of my time. With that being said I have decided to start winding down this blog and start something new in the form on an online radio show podcast/ blog. I will keep everyone posted when I have more info regarding this new project. Regarding this blog, I'm anticipating that October will be my final month writing this blog. It's had a great run, however as you might be able to tell, I want to start focusing on Afro-Latin grooves and spiritual jazz rarities and less dancefloor material. I still love all the disco, boogie, and soul tracks that I have posted on this site for the past 5 years, however I'm looking forward to exploring new territory with the music I find myself listening to most often these days. I hope many of this site's followers will transition and follow the new site, which will function like a blog, yet include more mixes, radio shows, upcoming new releases, and reviews.

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Brotherhood

Here is a great soul jazz gem titled "Brotherhood" from Kamal Abdul Alim. This funky track was featured on the trumpeter's 1983 self-titled album, which features some jazz heavy weights including James Spaulding (Alto & Flute), Bobby Watson (Alto & Soprano), Ron Burton (Piano), and Idris Muhammad (Drums). The remainder of the line-up is rounded out by some lesser known, yet solid musicians that include Sabu Adeyola (Bass), Abdul Wali (Guitar ), and Abdus Saboor (Percussion). The entire album is solid from start to finish, staying with an overall soulful jazz groove that blends nicely with some of the records more spiritual moments. Overall, this is an amazing jazz album that I highly recommend keeping an eye out for. Enjoy!

Kamal Abdul-Alim - Brotherhood

Interpretation of the Afro Rhythm

Let's start the week off with a selection off of Ray Stephen Oche's rare African jazz album Interpretation of the Original Rhythm, titled "Okwukwu-Kiwongo". This funky track is just one of the many amazing cuts off of this LP, which was recorded back in 1970 by a number of brilliant musicians hailing from the Congo, Togo, Guinea, Gambia, Brazil and West Indies. Honestly, every song is truly great as it features a nice blend of Afro and Latin rhythms and vocal chants. Even though this record is very hard-to-find, it shouldn't stop it from being very high on everybody's wishlist. Enjoy!

Ray Stephen Oche - Okwukwu-Kiwongo