The Brecker Brothers: Some Skunk Funk SACD 2006
The Brecker Brothers join forces for a set of mostly high-powered originals at a concert in 2003. Their post-bop music is generally funky (although "Freefall" is an uptempo cooker) and sometimes a bit bombastic yet is never predictable. Trumpeter Randy Brecker and tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker take many fiery solos while also sounding warm on ballads. They are supported by a particularly strong rhythm section. In addition, the WDR Big Band contributes 14 horns and a guitar to accompany the core group. The individual songs may not be overly memorable (although "Some Skunk Funk" has been getting covered by other musicians) but the Breckers' solos are full of exciting moments. ~ Scott Yanow, Rovi
Track Listing
| Track # | Title | ||
| 1 | Some Skunk Funk | ||
| 2 | Sponge | ||
| 3 | Shanghigh | ||
| 4 | Wayne Out | ||
| 5 | And Then She Wept | ||
| 6 | Strap-Hangin' | ||
| 7 | Let It Go | ||
| 8 | Freefall | ||
| 9 | Levitate | ||
| 10 | Song for Barry |
Product Reviews
The Brecker Brothers join forces for a set of mostly high-powered originals at a concert in 2003. Their post-bop music is generally funky (although "Freefall" is an uptempo cooker) and sometimes a bit bombastic yet is never predictable. Trumpeter Randy Brecker and tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker take many fiery solos while also sounding warm on ballads. They are supported by a particularly strong rhythm section. In addition, the WDR Big Band contributes 14 horns and a guitar to accompany the core group. The individual songs may not be overly memorable (although "Some Skunk Funk" has been getting covered by other musicians) but the Breckers' solos are full of exciting moments. ~ Scott Yanow, Rovi
Details
| Randy Brecker | |
| Some Skunk Funk | |
| Jazz | |
| 27 June 2006 | |
| Unknown | |
| SACD SACD ~ Discs:1 | |
| Umgd/Telarc ( TEL ) | |
| SACD | |
| 089408364761 | |
| E: Super Audio CD |
