Chopteeth

Grigri Discs, 2008, CD
Instrument: Instrumental

Issue: 15.1

Jazz Ruler Type: funk
O's Jazz Ruler

Performance: 4
Performance Chart

Sound: 3
Sound Chart

Score:
Score Chart

O’s Notes: Afrofunk Big Band is an accurate description of the sound on this release. The band includes a funky rhythm section, lots of percussion, a crisp brass section and well-integrated vocals and chants. The keyboards and guitars create a cool, funky backdrop for the rap lyrics on “Weigh Your Blessings” featuring members of Sierra Leone’s Refugee All-Stars. The raspy sax lead on “Dog Days” gives it a smoky, jazz club feeling complementing the pulsating lyrics. Producer Michael Shrieks (g, vocals) composed most of the music for this project. We could feel the beats, the message and their groove!

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Publicist: Rock Paper Scissors Inc.