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Incognito - Tales from the Beach
- In their latest album, Tales from the Beach, UK-based acid jazz band, Incognito, presents a sensually-rhythmic, optimistic collection of hits. Packed with 15 tracks that range from romantic ballads to upbeat jazz fusion numbers, Incognito produces a successful album, one that effectively showcases the musical talent of the group.
Led by Jean-Paul “Bluey” Maunick, Incognito, a fixture on the UK jazz funk charts since 1980, joins forces with vocalist Maysa Leak on “I've Been Waiting” and Tony Momrelle on “When The Sun Comes Down” to create gems of vocal sound propelled by smooth grooves.
Tracks like “I’ve Been Waiting,” a jazz funk track propelled forward by electric bass riffs and velvety vocals, and “Love Joy Understanding,” a rippling, upbeat track lifted to a higher musical and emotional plane by memorable harmonies, stand out on this excellent album. A third unforgettable track is “Freedom to Love,” a percussive, cheerful tribute to love.
There is virtually no weak track in Tales from the Beach, and while the album flows effortlessly from one track to another, each track is distinct enough to avoid monotony. Incognito is clearly a permanent presence in the music scene, with good reason: clear vocals combined with positive grooves equals musical success.
Reviewer: C.J. Trent
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Reviewer's Rating: 8.5
Reader's Rating: 9.00
Reader's Votes: 1
Added: 28-May-2008
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