Willie Bobo's only LP for Blue Note came at a point well past the label's heyday, when crossover was its primary focus. Hence Tomorrow Is Here has a pronounced '70s R&B/funk feel, with synthesizers, envelope followers, electric pianos, guitars and occasional strings interwoven with Bobo's steady Latin congas, timbales and self-effacing vocals. But there are a few gems to be found here - one in particular. The leadoff track "Suitcase Full Of Dreams" is a great, haunting, Latin-accented song about a journeyman musician's life on the road that should have become a standard but is now almost completely forgotten. Karma's Reggie Andrews sits in on keyboards to give the record its contemporary sound; the other participants are L.A. sessionmen. Bobo's engaging personality, the injected Latin element, and "Suitcase" are what makes this otherwise dated record come alive.

Compilation from English vocalist who kind of has a Sade thing going on. Big following in France. 13 tracks including 'Sally', 'More, More, More', 'Bad Day', 'I'm Not Afraid Of You' and a cover of 'It's All In The Game' which appeared on the soundtrack to 'She's Having A Baby'.

The main reason to purchase this previously unissued set from the late '60s is not for the rhythmic themes (which use fairly basic chord sequences) or even the solos of organist John Patton (who never does escape entirely from the shadow of Jimmy Smith), but for the somewhat out-of-place avant-garde outbursts by Harold Alexander (on tenor and flute) who often takes improvisations that go completely outside; his squeals on "Boogaloo Boogie" are a real surprise and he may very well be the reason that this music was not put out at the time. Otherwise this is a routine set of commercial late-'60s jazz/funk.

"VA - Funky Groove!" (1999) is a notable promotional jazz-funk compilation. The CD album was co-released in Greece by Blue Note Records, Minos-EMI, and the prominent Greek music magazine Jazz & Τζαζ.

British pop group that amalgamated soul, jazz, and funk with a Stevie Wonder sound-alike named Jason Kay as its frontman. A Collection includes: Emergency on Planet Earth (1993); The Return Of The Space Cowboy (1995); Travelling Without Moving (1997); Synkronized (1999); A Funk Odyssey (2001); Dynamite (2005); High Times: Singles 1992-2006 (2006); Rock Dust Light Star (2010).

Resonance Records goes out of its way again to unearth yet another significant chapter in jazz history, and once again, it's one that relatively few fans have ever heard. This performance of Jaco Pastorius' Word of Mouth Big Band was captured during George Wein's Kool Jazz Festival at Avery Fisher Hall. It was broadcast on NPR's Jazz Alive program, but this double disc contains the entire performance, with more than 40 minutes of additional music.

The organ can often take a back seat in the pecking order of great Jazz instruments but underappreciate it at your peril. The likes of Jimmy Smith, Jack McDuff, Booker T and Ray Charles, to name but a few, made the instrument their own while crafting jazz cuts of dazzling brilliance.

Released in 2006 by Brook, Jazz Carnival is an essential release featuring classic late-1970s recordings by the acclaimed Brazilian jazz-fusion trio Azymuth. Composed of keyboard pioneer José Roberto Bertrami, bassist Alex Malheiros, and drummer Ivan Conti (Mamão), the group defines their signature "Samba Doido" sound—an infectious blend of traditional Brazilian rhythms, cosmic Fender Rhodes chords, synthesizers, and disco-tinged jazz-funk grooves. Anchored by the legendary, high-octane club classic "Jazz Carnival" (both full-length and short edits), the collection also spotlights staple favorites like "Partido Alto," "Voo Sobre O Horizonte," and the breezy title-inspired track "Light As A Feather." Highly recommended for fans of 1970s jazz-funk, rare groove, and Latin fusion.

Released as part of the acclaimed archival series on Rapster Records, Virgin Ubiquity II: Unreleased Recordings 1976-1981 unearths a stellar batch of lost gems from vibraphone godfather Roy Ayers' most prolific creative period. Discovered during an extensive vault search through his classic Polydor studio reels, this 13-track collection bridges the sweet spot where jazz improvisation meets raw funk, disco, and soulful grooves. Featuring standout cuts like the uplifting disco-funk workout "Holiday," the synth-heavy spoken word groove "I Am Your Mind (Part 2)," deep instrumental fusion jams like "Funk In The Hole" and "Liquid Love," and an early demo of the classic "Sunshine," this compilation captures Ayers and his stellar backing band operating at the absolute peak of their late-70s and early-80s groove masterclass.

Released in 1987 on Blue Note Records, Inferno represents a dramatic stylistic departure for French guitar prodigy Biréli Lagrène. Having emerged early in his career as a Gypsy jazz prodigy in the tradition of Django Reinhardt, Lagrène fully embraced high-voltage, plugged-in jazz-rock fusion on this electrifying late-80s date. Featuring a stellar lineup of fusion heavyweights—including bassist Victor Bailey (Weather Report), saxophonist Bill Evans, keyboardist Cliff Carter, and an extraordinary rotation of legendary drummers (Dave Weckl, Bernard "Pretty" Purdie, Danny Gottlieb, and Pierre Moerlen)—the album sizzles with fiery electric guitar leads, slap bass grooves, synth textures, and tight funk rhythms. Highlighted by the explosive title track "Inferno," the synth-funk groove of "Rock It," and the soulful lyricism of "Ballade," the recording displays Lagrène's astonishing technique and adaptability across modern electric fusion landscapes.

Known for his mariachi-inspired easy listening sound, trumpeter Herb Alpert is one of the most successful instrumental performers in pop history. He is also one of the entertainment industry's canniest businessmen, having co-founded A&M Records – a label that ranks among the most prosperous artist-owned companies ever established – with partner Jerry Moss. Collection includes: The Lonely Bull (1962); South Of The Border (1964); Whipped Cream & Other Delights (1965); !!Going Places!! (1965); What Now My Love (1966); S.R.O (1966); The Beat Of The Brass (1968); Rise (1979); Fandango (1982); Bullish (1984); Keep Your Eye On Me (1987); Classics, Volume 1 (1987); Steppin' Out (Featuring Lani Hall) (2013); In The Mood (2014); Come Fly With Me (2015).

Originally recorded in 1970 and reissued on CD in 2011 by Think! Records, Exciting Flute is a blazing, groove-heavy artifact of early Japanese jazz-funk led by visionary flutist Toshiaki Yokota. Right before founding his legendary psych-jazz ensemble The Beat Generation (famous for the holy grail album 'Flute Adventure'), Yokota applied his fiery,overblown technique and Herbie Mann-influenced virtuosity to high-octane instrumental arrangements of 1960s pop, rock, and soul classics. Driven by heavy drum breaks, driving basslines, and psychedelic fuzz accents, the album transforms pop gems like Ides of March's "Vehicle," Shocking Blue's "Venus," George Baker Selection's "Little Green Bag," and Steppenwolf's "Born to Be Wild" into frantic, funk-drenched floorburners. A vital bridge between Japanese pop-instrumental jazz and the burgeoning underground jazz-rock scene.

A much-needed look at an overlooked side of the genius of Quincy Jones – not his jazz work, not his productions for famous soul artists, but instead his huge legacy of soundtrack material – a part of Q's career that really took off in the 60s! By the time he started working in films, Jones had already had a decade under his belt as one of the hippest arrangers, leaders, and composers in jazz – and the film business really respected those talents, and allowed Quincy to bring some really fresh styles into play – modes that really opened up the vibe of American cinema, and also paved the way for the funky styles of the 70s! As that decade approached, Jones left behind the cinema to take on some more higher-profile records of his own – but all the charms of those great albums can be found here at their roots – in this stunning collection of soundtrack material, some of which has never been on CD. The package is way more than just a sampler – and includes an album's worth of material from the films The Pawnbroker, Slender Thread, Mirage, The Deadly Affair, In The Heat Of The Night, In Cold Blood, Walk Don't Run, The Italian Job, Lost Man, and John & Mary – plus two versions of the love theme from The Getaway, and a bonus CD with 18 tracks – titled Q's highlights, and featuring tracks from his Mercury records – plus more by Billy Preston, Arthur Prysock, Bill Cosby, Shirley Horn, Letta Mbulu, Toots Thielemans, and others. Even features the "Sanford & Son" and "Ironside" themes!

‘Far Horizons’ presents the groups four legendary studio albums, fully remastered under Brian’s guidance, with digitally restored artwork.

David William Sanborn (born July 30, 1945) is an American alto saxophonist. Though Sanborn has worked in many genres, his solo recordings typically blend jazz with instrumental pop and R&B. He released his first solo album Taking Off in 1975, but has been playing the saxophone since before he was in high school. One of the most commercially successful American saxophonists to earn prominence since the 1980s, Sanborn is described by critic Scott Yannow as "the most influential saxophonist on pop, R&B, and crossover players of the past 20 years." He is often identified with radio-friendly smooth jazz, but he has expressed a disinclination for the genre and his association with it. Collection includes: Sanborn (1976); Promise Me The Moon (1977); Heart To Heart (1978); Hideaway (1980); Voyeur (1981); As We Speak (1982).