Jazzberry Patch

Originally released in 1977 as an obscure private-press LP, this Florida trio is joined on this super rare funk jazz outing by special guest Mike Longo who says a few words on behalf of the group on the back cover, and sure enough he obliges with scorching Rhodes in the style of his early 70s Greasy Groove sides for Groove Merchant and Mainstream. Also on board are Kelton Champion on guitar, Gary Champion on Bass, Mickey McGann on keys and David Winters on Congas and Percussion. The 20 minute title number weaves, bobs, and scorches with a sound that has been described as a "Headhunters Headspace" the groove never dropping for an instant with a Fender Rhodes meets Hammond B3 Prestige Style Scene with an added flavouring of some chunky Moog Synthesizer.