Vulfpeck is a group from Michigan that carries the legacy of the 70s. Jack Stratton's minimalistic compositions fill the 16th grid with only what's necessary. Personally through the lens of a keyboardist the band is a joy to listen to. Sonically Hammond, Wurlizer, Rhodes and an upright piano sends me back to the days of Motown and V-VI-I melodic motifs don't hurt either.
Groove is what makes or breaks a funk piece. Bass player Joe Dart makes sure that the audience does not miss a beat with his neck bobbing basslines and phrasing. The song Dean Town is a clear reference to a tune Teen Town by the Weather Report and both Vulfpeck and Weather Report have virtuostic bassists (Jaco Pastorius in the latter).
My song recommendation for February is Animal Spirits from the album The Beautiful Game.
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