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There are no album tracks on here--every one's a winner--but special mention should go to the blistering cover of Mr Scruff's dancefloor banger, "Get A Move On" and to the incomparable Alice Russell: it takes some guts for a female vocalist to cover a timeless Nina Simone song like "Feeling Good", but the Brighton diva succeeds in spades, breathing new life into a much-loved classic.
Between his Quantic, Quantic Soul Orchestra and Limp Twins projects, Will Holland has proved to be an extremely gifted and prolific musician and tunesmith, and this is his best work to date. More importantly, he's funkier than George Clinton's platforms: sitting still through this album is not a viable option. --Duncan Thomson
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But Holland's Soul Orchestra is about far more than just makingDJ tools.In the same way as the likes of Sharon Jones &the Dap Kings go about replicating the vintage sound of Muscle Shoals, QSO assembles a gang of musicians so tight that you could bounce a quarter off their collective ass.The remit is soul for soul's sake; the only rule is to keep it funky.
The follow-up to QSO's 2003 Stampede album, Pushin' On is adizzying exploration into what can be achieved with a gang of like-minded coves who want nothing more than to chase the perfect groove.And, although it's a largely instrumental set, the occasional gritty vocal input of guest singer Alice Russell adds extra colour to an already kaleidoscopic collection.
The opening track "Introducing..." works as a CV of the band's raw funk dexterity.The cover versions include an unbridled take on Nina Simone's "Feeling Good" and the QSO rethink of "Get A Move On"(one of Mr Scruff's faves).
Studied exercises in pursuing true soul music can sometimes feel leaden and worthy, but Matt Holland's sheer exuberance and passion for the music make sure Pushin' On is much more than a pointless excercise in nostalgia. --Simon Coates
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You'll find yourself cutting a mighty fine slice of well-waited music cake. How dare I go on without mention to the soul diva that is Alice Russell? Partnered once more with QSO, AR certainly has found a mutual artistic arrangement which is perhaps, dare-I-say, a progression from Bah Samba.
Pushin' On is a great selection of fine funk soul cuts which will definitely bring a smile to your face on your first listen and will soon be heard in all manner of swanky bars and clubs all around town. Pick up a copy if you loved Stampede and turn up the volume and bass like you did before - I know you will not be disappointed.
Well not here. Approached with an open mind, this will surely appeal to anyone who loves Funk and Soul from the 70's - as Mr Qauntic surely does.
If you liked the the funkier end of the Acid Jazz, as in Brand New Heavies early stuff, then try this - you won't be disappointed
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