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Transatlantic RPM is a stunning album from Incognito, the UK's leading jazz-funk-soul band, to celebrate their 30th anniversary with help from an array of special guests.
Opening track "Lowdown" revisits the Boz Scaggs hit with stand-out vocals from Chaka Khan and Mario Biondi, while Leon Ware sings the string-laden ballad "Line in the Sand". Joy Rose sings "1975", the story of Bluey's introduction to jazz and soul music, and Christian Urich of Tortured Soul takes things in a soulful house direction on "Let's Fall In Love Again". Instrumental "Expresso Madureira" was originally recorded by Brazilian group Banda Black Rio, and Bluey himself closes the album with a rare lead vocal on "Tell Me What To Do".
Opening track "Lowdown" revisits the Boz Scaggs hit with stand-out vocals from Chaka Khan and Mario Biondi, while Leon Ware sings the string-laden ballad "Line in the Sand". Joy Rose sings "1975", the story of Bluey's introduction to jazz and soul music, and Christian Urich of Tortured Soul takes things in a soulful house direction on "Let's Fall In Love Again". Instrumental "Expresso Madureira" was originally recorded by Brazilian group Banda Black Rio, and Bluey himself closes the album with a rare lead vocal on "Tell Me What To Do".
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Packageandy
Format:Audio CD
Incognito have been churning out album after album of high quality music for 3 decades now, which is some feat.
Given that the material rarely strays from the upbeat jazz funk winning formula, even the most avid fan must occasionally grow a little tired of the sound. I personally did not buy Tales From The Beach for that reason. But the appearance of Chaka Khan, Leon Ware et al intrigued me so I decided to order this album.
Well to say it is a revelation is an understatement. For me, this is Incognito's strongest collection of tunes for a long, long time - possibly since the awesome 100 Degrees and Rising. Equally as important, is that the guest appearances and supreme production give the music a freshness that was undoubtedly needed. Each guest appearance is treated with the respect it deserves - Chaka Khan's vocals are an immediate hit, whereas Leon Ware's contribution is equally strong albeit a slightly slower-burn.
As you would expect, the biggest winners are the four-to-the-floor stompers; 1975, Put a Little Loving, Let's Fall in Love Again; Lowdown; Expresso Madureira; but to be honest there's only one or two slightly under par tracks, and even these are growers.
This is a stunning album of high quality music; it probably won't get any mainstream recognition, but perhaps that's a good thing as it allows quality bands like Incognito to keep on writing and producing music, rather than get side-tracked by the unnecessary media distractions of the popular music world. Jay Kay could take note!
Given that the material rarely strays from the upbeat jazz funk winning formula, even the most avid fan must occasionally grow a little tired of the sound. I personally did not buy Tales From The Beach for that reason. But the appearance of Chaka Khan, Leon Ware et al intrigued me so I decided to order this album.
Well to say it is a revelation is an understatement. For me, this is Incognito's strongest collection of tunes for a long, long time - possibly since the awesome 100 Degrees and Rising. Equally as important, is that the guest appearances and supreme production give the music a freshness that was undoubtedly needed. Each guest appearance is treated with the respect it deserves - Chaka Khan's vocals are an immediate hit, whereas Leon Ware's contribution is equally strong albeit a slightly slower-burn.
As you would expect, the biggest winners are the four-to-the-floor stompers; 1975, Put a Little Loving, Let's Fall in Love Again; Lowdown; Expresso Madureira; but to be honest there's only one or two slightly under par tracks, and even these are growers.
This is a stunning album of high quality music; it probably won't get any mainstream recognition, but perhaps that's a good thing as it allows quality bands like Incognito to keep on writing and producing music, rather than get side-tracked by the unnecessary media distractions of the popular music world. Jay Kay could take note!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By smurf
Format:Audio CD
Another cracking CD from Incognito,with guests such as Chaka Khan. Love the version of Boz Scagg's Lowdown, and I have listened to 1975 time and time again. Its very very catchy. Love it.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This album is an absolute pleasure to listen to. Current favs are 1975 and Lowdown. Brilliant songs, great grooves and if you are a musician it will inspire you to be better, bolder and work harder! Brilliant, love it!
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Transatlantic RPM
Great album - yet another great album in fact! Standout tracks include Lowdown and 1975 but all the others are great too. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Green Book Addict Librarian
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Incognito - RPM
I was very impressed when I bought this upon its release.. Another fine offering from the legendary UK outfit Incognito. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Charlie Rae
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Incognito shine again.
What a great album, possibly their best. Talent shown on this album is superb with various special guests such as Chaka Khan. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mr. Francis A. De Souza
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My Personal View
My Personal View:
Standout Track: 1975
Favourite Tracks: Lowdown, Everything that we are, Put a little lovin in your heart, Expresso Madureira
Bad Track: None
Standout Track: 1975
Favourite Tracks: Lowdown, Everything that we are, Put a little lovin in your heart, Expresso Madureira
Bad Track: None
Published on 20 May 2011 by J. R. Wilson
4.0 out of 5 stars
cd jumped
The CD is very beautiful, but indeed that the Incognito has published this CD with the trace nr.5 that jumps, as soon as begins to sing, approximately 25 second ones after the... Read more
Published on 30 April 2011 by BLANCPAIN61
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great music, fresh as ever!
An absolutely stunning album. Bluey is one of those musicians who have an ear for a good groove and - and that is equally important - an eye for who to get to lpay with him at any... Read more
Published on 22 Mar 2011 by Nik C
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Great Return to Form.
Those who are interested in Funk bass will have noticed that Stuart Zender (ex Jamiroquai) plays on 2 tracks of this album - but all the tracks have incredibly tight grooves - it's... Read more
Published on 19 Mar 2011 by Bruce
5.0 out of 5 stars
Still sounding amazing!!!
Cant believe I missed this last year!! Have only just got it. After all these years and many albums, Incognito still sounded as polished and well crafted as ever. Read more
Published on 8 Mar 2011 by Chief Koala
5.0 out of 5 stars
best yet
incognito at its best, i bought this cd 3 weeks ago and i have been listening to it everyday since.
Published on 18 Feb 2011 by M. Raspa
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Album
This Release was a great mix of getting back to the roots of Jazz Funk and Modern day Jazz Funk. Love it. Well done guys !
Published on 12 Dec 2010 by drumdrumman
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