Funky Snakefoot
Alphonse Mouzon · 1974
43 min · 12 tracks · blues · jazz fusion · post-bop
A vibrant blend of jazz fusion and blues, highlighted by energetic drumming and soulful melodies.
Funky Snakefoot is an album by Alphonse Mouzon, released in 1974. A vibrant blend of jazz fusion and blues, highlighted by energetic drumming and soulful melodies. 'Funky Snakefoot' is significant for its innovative blending of genres, showcasing Mouzon's virtuosic drumming and compositional prowess. The album received positive critical acclaim, with notable mentions in jazz publications for its unique sound, contributing to the popularization of jazz fusion during the mid-70s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Funky Snakefoot sound like?
A vibrant blend of jazz fusion and blues, highlighted by energetic drumming and soulful melodies. Rooted in blues and jazz fusion.
What makes Funky Snakefoot by Alphonse Mouzon notable?
'Funky Snakefoot' is significant for its innovative blending of genres, showcasing Mouzon's virtuosic drumming and compositional prowess. The album received positive critical acclaim, with notable mentions in jazz publications for its unique sound, contributing to the popularization of jazz fusion during the mid-70s. Released in 1974, 'Funky Snakefoot' was Alphonse Mouzon's third album, following his acclaimed 1973 release 'The Man Incognito'. At this point in his career, Mouzon had begun to establish himself not only as a talented drummer but also as a prominent bandleader and composer in the jazz fusion scene.
How many songs are on Funky Snakefoot?
Funky Snakefoot has 12 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 I've Given You My Love Standout 4:48
- 2 You Don't Know How Much I Love You 4:45
- 3 I Gotta Have You 2:51
- 4 My Life Is So Blue 4:40
- 5 Funky Snakefoot Standout 3:46
- 6 My Little Rosebud 2:05
- 7 A Permanent Love Standout 4:26
- 8 The Beggar 3:18
- 9 Oh Yes I Do 4:36
- 10 Tara Tara 3:28
- 11 Where I'm Drumming From 1:22
- 12 Ism 3:08
Release Date
January 1, 1974
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
43 min 16 sec
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