Re: stuff about bklyn fnk ssntls & roy ayers

Ashwin Tumne (ashwin@isgtec.com)
Wed, 30 Aug 1995 09:49:52 -0400


> Bklyn FE: I estimate these folks earned their reputation through great
> live shows. If that's the case, what has been captured on album is a
> disappointment. I find them a little too digestible for my tastes, I'm
> afraid. Many might disagree, but I'm reminded a bit of US3 and the
> Solsonics as I listen to this. Polished jazzfunk dance music for the

I kind of found that too when I picked up the CREATOR HAS A MASTERPLAN 12".
It seemed very programmed although I enjoyed the tracks on it especially the
jungle mix. However, their live show is completely different. It is very live
and they kick the jazz funk hard! It was pure jazz-funk mixed with
some reggae, hip-hop, and live techno flavours. The band is tight and
the show they did in Toronto was one of the best shows I've ever seen.

> Sure, it's fun listening, but it's candy. I would, however, not hesitate
> to see them in concert. might have a hard time seeing the stage over all
> those industry heads, though.

You probably won't have to worry about industry heads - the band is just
chill. We were right at the front, the venue was that of a small club-
dancefloor, the show was amazing, and the band was chillin' with the crowd
after the show. Stephanie, the band's female vocalist, took a picture of us
and the band invited everyone to chill at an after party at the
Cameron House - and I'm just a nobody as far as industry is concerned. Hope
they swing by Toronto again. Definitely see them if you can.

shanti,

ashwin

ashwin@isgtec.com