Shawn McNulty - Songs from a Flooded Car - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Digitally re-mastered edition of the 1980 debut album from the R&B/Funk outfit. One Way was very popular in the late 1970's and throughout most of the 1980's. One Way was formed in 1979 in Detroit, Michigan as the newer incarnation of a band originally known as Soul Partners. The original members were Al Hudson, Alicia Myers, guitarists Dave Roberson and Cortez Harris, bassist Kevin McCord, drummer Gregory Green and keyboardist Jonathan Meadows. They first recorded as Al Hudson and the Partners, scoring an R&B hit on the ABC tag called InchYou Can Do ItInch in 1979.

On the Elephant 6-affiliated band's 4th studio album, Theo Hilton's (Defiance, Ohio) lyrics focus on experiences of queer white male socialization in the southern college town of Athens, GA. Robbie Cucchiaro (Music Tapes) adds trumpet and euphonium lines that echo both the golden era of Elephant 6 recordings and the brass bands of Theo's current New Orleans home.Future VersionJangle ManifestoPlantation CountryNot the Night WindSouth Somewhere ElseQuiet, I Can Feel ItWe Carry the FeelingAutumnBrilliant BlueAbout the Purpose That We Serve

With a wide-ranging virtuosic fluidity, D.C.-based guitarist Shawn Purcell draws on an abundance of musical influences and a refined ensemble cohesion in crafting the journey that InchOblivityInch leads. Inviting the acclaimed saxophonist Walt Weiskopf to share the front line, they energize this dynamic quintet set of all original compositions, along with Purcell's longtime bandmates Chris Ziemba on piano, bassist Jeff Reed, and drummer Steve Fidyk. Darden Purcell also orchestrates several melodies with her wordless vocals and trombonist Ben Patterson guests on two compositions. From searing, fusion-adjacent moments, to fiery post-bop, and spacious, sensitive ballads, Oblivity displays an artful and compelling sonic experience. InchEvery once in a while, an album will come your way that both delights and impresses the ear. Like shooting stars, these are not completely rare occurrences but it's the fortunate person who gets to enjoy the experience... This album makes a statement and says a lot.Inch Peter Erskine