Citrus Sun – Anaconga
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“Anaconga” opens with a stunning rendition of Maynard Ferguson’s Seventies classic, “Mister Mellow.” The track features the soulful backing vocals of Tony Momrelle and Deborah Bond, and showcases the expert production talents of Bluey and Richard Bull. The album’s lead single, “Down For The Third Time,” is a masterful reimagining of Bobby Caldwell’s 1978 funk groove, brought to life by the powerful vocals of Natalie Duncan and the vibrant trumpet and guitar performances of Dominic Glover and Charlie Allen.
One of the standout tracks, “Mystic Brew,” pays tribute to the legendary funk, soul, and jazz keyboardist Ronnie Foster. Bluey includes this track to express his gratitude for Foster’s significant contributions to the music that has deeply influenced him. The album also features a beautiful cover of Erykah Badu’s “Honey,” with Natalie Duncan’s vocals complemented by the exquisite trumpet and flugelhorn work of Kevin Robinson.