Shackrobeat Vol 1 by Aphrodesia

19 Sep

Written by Glenn Astarita
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Hailing from San Francesco, this revved up eleven piece unit interweaves African rhythms with funk-rock and the sounds of the tropics. Vocalist Lara Maykovich adds a spicy world beat groove to these pieces, teeming with perky horn charts, and a solid bottom end, laid down by the percussion-heavy rhythm section. And while the band’s jubilant mode of execution provides a party-like atmosphere, the first four tracks suffer a bit from a sense of invariability. But, the momentum changes some on the delightful and endearingly melodic work titled, "Black Rhino," as the band melds a bit of African pop with a dub, motif. Through it all, the musicians’ perpetuate an upbeat deportment via snappy movements, punctual horn arrangements and much more.

Additional Info

Artist / Group Name: Aphrodesia
CD Title: Shackrobeat Vol 1
Genre: Latin Jazz / Latin Funk
Year Released: 2003
Record Label: Flatbed Lamborgini Records
Musicians: Lara Maykovich (vocals, mbira, percussion), Cala Lareoni (b. vocals), Chris Mulhauser (guitar), Cody Anderson (guitar), Aaron Bennet (baritone sax), Colin Stetson (alto sax), Darren Johnston (trumpet), Ezra Gale (bass, b. vocals), Sanjay Pardanani (percussion, b.vocals), Paul Sonnabend (percussion, b. vocals), Michael Osborn (drums)
Label Website: -
Rating: Three Stars