Brecker Brothers Band / Germany 1980 (1CD)

1. Did On
2. Tune Off
3. Sponge
4. Funky Sea, Funky Do Pt. 1
5. Funky Sea, Funky Do Pt. 2
6. Inside Out
7. Some Skunk Funk
8. East River

Michael Brecker: treble
Randy Brecker: trumpet
Neil Jason: elb
Mark Gray: keys
Barry Finnerty: elg
Richie Morales: drums

◆Jazzfest, Velden, Germany, July 8, 1980

This rare live recording captures the Brecker Brothers at the height of their power as leading figures in the jazz fusion scene. Three years after the live recording of their classic album "Heavy Metal Be-Bop," which marked their ascent to the top, this eight-track album features high-quality audience recordings of a live performance held in Germany on July 8, 1980. The immersive sound captured on this album demonstrates that their signature, raging heavy sound, was also evident in their live performances. The lineup is the same as on "Heavy Metal Be-Bop," except that drummer Terry Bozzio has been replaced by Richie Morales, and keyboardist Mark Grey has been added. This is a fantastic album that lets you fully enjoy the uncompromising, ultra-heavyweight live performance of the band at their peak.