Artist: Randy Brecker with Michael Brecker
Album: Some Skunk Funk - Live At Leverkusener Jazztage
Genre: Jazz-Rock, Jazz-Funk
Label: BHM Productions
Released: 2005
Quality: FLAC (tracks+.cue)
Tracklist:
- Some Skunk Funk - 6:26
- Sponge - 6:46
- Shanghigh - 6:26
- Wayne Out - 4:56
- And Than She Wept - 6:07
- Strap-Hangin' - 8:18
- Let It Go - 8:02
- Freefall - 6:17
- Levitate - 4:58
- Song For Barry - 10:32
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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.
Review by Scott Yanow