Monthly Archives: November 2020

SONG OF THE DAY The Gripsweats – Alpha Dog

Posted on November 18, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Today’s otherworldly delight is a deep groove instrumental from 2016.  Coming to you from planet Colemine Records, this sleek chunk of monster funk has a real extraterrestrial feel, and if a Martian were to land on earth tomorrow, fully equipped … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Piero Umiliani – Lady Magnolia

Posted on November 17, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Attaining just the right balance between mellow and titillating, Piero Umiliani was on to a scorcher when he wrote Lady Magnolia.  With a sound that transcends it’s original 1971 issue date, this track whacks out some ultra cool flute melodies … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY George Coleman – I Wish I Could Sing

Posted on November 16, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

For the opening track on his one and only album (released in 1969) George Coleman wished he could sing!!  Now, I dare say there may be some of you out there who will be frantically nodding in agreement when they … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Beat Bronco Organ Trio – Missoula​-​Nairobi Pt​.​1

Posted on November 14, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Earlier this year the Madrid-based, soul-jazz outfit, Beat Bronco Organ Trio, released their debut album, Road Trip.  Issued on Rocafort Records, the record boasts an inviting fusion of organ-led latin licks, jazz, funk, soul and r&b. Bridging the link between … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The William Loveday Intention – People Think They Know Me (But They Don’t Know Me)

Posted on November 13, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

I’ve just spent the last few minutes trying to recall the name of the band this song reminds me of!  I got there in the end and it turns out that this IS actually the person it reminded me of! … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Elvis – Working On The Building

Posted on November 12, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

I’m Working on a Building is a traditional African American folk song dating back to as early as 1929, and though many versions have been recorded over the years, Elvis’ rendition is definitely my favourite. The song became popularly associated with … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio – Call Your Mom

Posted on November 11, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

Describing their sound as “improvisation over organ grooves” and “soul music with a strong jazz influence,” the Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio (a.k.a DLO3) have been devising tasty grooves since 2015.  Creating a dynamic fusion of sounds using a Hammond B3 organ, … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Beginning Of The End ‎– Come Down Baby

Posted on November 9, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

“Come down baby/Come to my island paradise…..” Quite possibly the best way to find some sunshine on a November day?…. Hailing from Nassau, Bahamas, The Beginning of the End were a funk outfit that formed in 1969.  Consisting of three … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Freeborne – Peak Impression And Thoughts

Posted on November 8, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

American psych band, The Freeborne, only ever released one album entitled Peak Impressions, but this record was a worthy offering.  Ahead of its time, it wonderfully showcased the flare the band had for creating their own versatile psychedelic sound. Taking … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Otis Lee – Hard Row To Hoe

Posted on November 7, 2020 by The Listening Post Blog

It was instant love that I felt for this glorious ray of soul shine I present to you today!!!!! This is only my third listen since discovering this magic chunk of funk, but what a scorcher!!! Those rich vocals and … Continue reading →

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