Review: A year shy of its 40th anniversary, Inspiration Information enjoys a reissue and it's still as sparkly and soul-laden as it was in 1974. Ranging from the guitar-twanging smoky blues funk of "Rainy Day" to the sultry, strutting title track, it's largely regarded as Otis's most comprehensive work of that time. According to legend it took him three years to create... 39 years later and it still sounds as good as this? We'd say that's time well spent!
Review: Santana's 1977 album Moonflower captures the band's unparalleled blend of Afro-Latin rhythms, jazz-rock fusion, and raw passion. The album showcases Santana's electrifying energy and musicianship, particularly evident in spirited live performances. Highlighting standout tracks such as the medley featuring 'Carnaval,' 'Let the Children Play,' and 'Jugando,' the review praises Santana's dynamic stage presence and soulful guitar work. Studio tracks like 'I'll Be Waiting' and 'Zulu' display the band's versatility and creativity, while live renditions of classics like 'Black Magic Woman/Gypsy Queen' demonstrate their enduring appeal. Moonflower encapsulates everything that makes Santana - and their inimitable frontman Carlos Santana in particular - one of the best in jazzdom, showcasing their dedication to making good music together over decades.
B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition
Inspiration Information
Island Letter
Sparkle City
Aht Uh Mi Hed
Happy House
Rainy Day
XL-30
Pling!
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Review: ***B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition***
A year shy of its 40th anniversary, Inspiration Information enjoys a reissue and it's still as sparkly and soul-laden as it was in 1974. Ranging from the guitar-twanging smoky blues funk of "Rainy Day" to the sultry, strutting title track, it's largely regarded as Otis's most comprehensive work of that time. According to legend it took him three years to create... 39 years later and it still sounds as good as this? We'd say that's time well spent!
Review: Martin Scorsese's Martin Scorsese Presents The Blues series may not be the Academy Award-winning director's most famous contribution to popular culture, but the PBS documentary film saga, in which the legendary director takes us on a journey through the development of a sound he holds dear to his heart, is well worth looking for. Featuring luminaries such as John Lee Hooker, Lightnin' Hopkins, Muddy Waters, and more, each episode welcomes a different filmmaker, allowing them to refocus on artists they love. For this album spin-off, we centre attention on the mighty Stevie Ray Vaughan, one of the most influential of all blues musicians who tragically died at the age of 35 in a helicopter crash. Although far younger than many of the greats he's often listed alongside, his exceptional abilities on the guitar, and often unique sonics, set him apart from almost anyone else, alive or dead. Listen to what we mean here.
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