Bella Brown & the Jealous Lovers - Soul Clap (2024) LRK LP Release - Soul/Funk (FLAC 271MB)

Newkids on the block Bella Brown & The Jealous Lovers are a Los Angeles based, transplanted from Chicago that specializes in 60s/70s soul and funk. A Fusion of Retro Soul/Funk and Modern Grooves are set to ignite the music scene with this highly anticipated LP. Born from the creative genius of Grammy Award-winning vocalist/songwriter Carol Hatchett, Bella Brown emerges as a diva with a fiery stage presence, drawing inspiration from the likes of Tina Turner and Sharon Jones, and channeling the empowered female leads of 70s Blaxploitation films. Led by producer/bassist/songwriter Daniel Pearson, The Jealous Lovers assemble an impressive ensemble of A-list musicians, boasting pedigrees that include names like Mick Jagger, Elton John,Whitney Houston, Prince, and Stevie Wonder. This musical collective is on a relentless quest to redefine the boundaries of music, infusing soul and funk with elements of jazz and Afro-Caribbean influences. The essence of "Soul Clap" is derived from the cultural phenomena it is named after a shared and improvised rhythm making by a collective. The LP, spanning 40 minutes of pure musical bliss & invites the audience to immerse themselves in the groove and discover their individual tastes in the music. The title track, "Soul Clap," and the infectious "Living Proof" serve as funky dance bangers, echoing the spirit of Bohannan and The Tramps. These tracks, punctuated with jazzy improvisations and soulful horn arrangements, are simple yet joyful expressions of shared humanity and self-love. "Coming For You" is Bella's audacious response to the soul/funk classic Apache, boldly announcing her and The Jealous Lovers' arrival on the modern soul landscape. "I Found You" takes a northern soul love song approach, reminiscent of Gloria Jones with a touch of modern influence, giving it a distinct Amy Winehouse feel. She seamlessly weaves social commentary into her art. "Bang Bang Bang," an uptempo, funky Motown groove, cleverly uses Curtis Mayfield's sense of sarcasm to reflect on American gun culture. "Lady Time" takes a driving afrobeat groove, employing brassy horns and reggae like echoes to address the issue of homelessness. However, the album is not without its lighthearted moments. "Fast As Lightning" celebrates a cleaner future by imagining Jimi Hendrix joining Ike and Tina Turner’s band to create a classic Chuck Berry car song. "There Is Love" blends horns, strings, and vocals reminiscent of The Stylistics over a Chi-Lites style rhythm section. Finally, "What Will You Leave Behind," is a revamped version of the group's sold out vinyl 45 release. This track serves as a powerful call to action for a better future, delivered over a straight-up Motown groove with a funky Sly Stone finish...A breath of fresh air!..also available on CD.

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