Funk Como Le Gusta - Roda De Funk

An excellent new funky group from Brazil -- one steeped in traditions of American Hammond grooves, mixed with Afro Cuban rhythms, and a cut and paste mix-up pastiche that recalls the glory days of the early 90s west coast acid jazz Cookin' scene! The record's a lot more compelling than we expected -- and feature some strong instrumentation in a classic funk style, made even better by some soulful modern production. One for fans of acid jazz and funky Brazilian music alike.

1. Entrando Na Sua - (studio)
2. Nervosa - (studio)
3. Funk De Bamba - (studio)
4. Call Me At Cleo's - (studio)
5. Olhos Coloridos - (studio)
6. Zambacao - (studio)
7. Funk Hum - (studio)
8. Forty Days - (studio)
9. Balada Da Paula - (studio)
10. Dujii - (studio)
11. Meu Guarda- Chuva - (studio)
12. Moteis - (studio)
13. Whistle Stop - (studio)
14. 16 Toneladas - (studio)
15. Divirta-Se - (studio)
16. Forty Days - (studio)
http://rapidshare.com/files/104738728/Funk_Como_Le_Gusta_-_Roda_De_Funk.rar

Ruby Andrews - Black Ruby (1972)

Ruby Andrews' two albums on Zodiac in the late '60s are easily some of the best, strong-armed soul recorded by any woman in the era. Both are pricey showpieces though Black Ruby tends to sell even higher than Everybody Saw You (personally, I think both are fantastic albums though I might have to give Black Ruby the nod for overall excellence).

Mississippi-born but Chicago-identified, Andrews had her share of hits though she never achieved marquee status. Interestingly enough, I didn't realize that Andrews was part of the Detroit-based Brothers of Soul (one of several female leads they worked with in the late '60s). The Brothers were also the team behind Zodiac and, as I recently learned at Ear Fuzz, they also recorded under the name, The Creations. (The Brothers of Soul's "I'd Be Grateful" is one of the Northern Soul singles that makes you understand why Northern Soul goes for beaucoup bucks).

In any case, the Brothers are responsible for the sound behind Andrews' Black Ruby and Everybody Saw You LPs and thus, deserve part of the credit for lacing her with some fantastic production: a rousing, energetic mix of mid-60s funk and soul that's a nice fit with Andrews' powerful vocals.

1 (I Want To Be) Whatever It Takes To Please You
2 Overdose of Love
3 The Love I Need
4 Didn`t I Fool You ?
5 You Made a Believer Out of Me
6 Good`n Plenty
7 You Ole Boo Boo You
8 Just Lovin`You
9 My Love is Comin`Down
10 Hound Dog
http://rapidshare.com/files/104728037/Ruby_Andrews_-_Black_Ruby_1972.rar

Highly recommended, this is some seriously soulful shit!

Marva Whitney - It's My Thing (1969)

This is probably the most in demand, heavily sampled and bootleged funk album of all time. Originally Produced by James Brown and released in August 1969, this album has been heavily in demand since the mid 80s. It is issued here along with 4 tracks which were only issued on 7"singles and are also highly sought after in their own right., plus a duet with James Brown 'Sunny' which appeared in the sleeve notes of the original album but was not included in it. The album was actually a collection of 10 singles recorded over a period of 20 months in different studios across the USA. The tracks feature the famous James Brown band, Probably the tightest band of all time including Maceo Parker, Alfred 'Pee Wee'Ellis and St Clair Pinckney (Saxes), Fred Wesley (Trombone), Richard 'Kush' Griffith (Trumpet), Jimmy Nolen (guitar), (Sweet) Charles Sherrell (Bass), Clyde Stubblefield (Drums) amongst others. Marva Whitney was the leading Female singer in the James Brown Revue for 3 years from 1967 to 1969 and toured the USA, Africa and Vietnam (during the War).

1. It's My Thing, Pt. 1
2. It's My Thing, Pt. 2
3. Things Got to Get Better (Get Together)
4. What Kind of Man
5. If You Love Me
6. In the Middle [Instrumental]
7. Unwind Yourself
8. You Got to Have a Job (If You Don't Work, You Can't Eat)
9. I'll Work It Out
10. Get Out of My Life
11. I'm Tired I'm Tired I'm Tired (Things Better Change Before It's ...)
12. Shades of Brown [Instrumental]
13. I Made a Mistake Because It's Only You, Pt. 1
14. I Made a Mistake Because It's Only You, Pt. 2
15. What Do I Have to Do to Prove My Love to You
16. He's the One
17. This Girl's in Love With You
18. Sunny - James Brown, Marva Whitney
http://www.sendspace.com/file/j7bkqv

VA - Never Get Enough

01 Never Get Enough...Bobby Byrd
02 Funky Disposition...Dean Francis + The Soulrockers
03 Will I Ever Learn...Eddie Bo
04 I'm Your Lady...Sisters Of Soul
05 Sayin It & Doin It...Bobby Byrd
06 Freedom...Roger Troutman + The Human Body
07 Here's What You Need
08 Kick It On Back...Eddie Bo
09 A Touch Of Glass...Lee Armstrong Express
10 Truth Be Known...Roger Troutman + The Human Body
11 Down By The River
12 Don't Throw Your Love In The Garbagecan...Vicki Anderson
13 Everybody Loves The Sunshine...Roy Ayers & The Soul Society
http://rapidshare.com/files/102061311/Bobby_Byrd_-_Never_Get_Enough.rar

NOTE: The RAR is named incorrectly but it is the correct file for the post. My bad!