Funky Snakefoot
Alphonse Mouzon · 1974
43 min · 12 tracks · blues
A vibrant fusion of jazz and blues grooves infused with intricate rhythms and heartfelt melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Funky Snakefoot — The title track exemplifies the album's spirit, combining complex rhythms with infectious grooves while highlighting Mouzon's dynamic drumming style.
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I've Given You My Love — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its soulful vocals and rich instrumentation, illustrating Mouzon's ability to blend emotion with technical precision.
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You Don't Know How Much I Love You — This song features a beautiful melody and expressive arrangement that showcases Mouzon's flair for lyrical improvisation within a jazz context.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- soulful melodies for afternoon vibes
- energetic drumming for dance parties
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- playful rhythms that invite movement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, introspective pieces
- seek heavy emotional weight
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Alphonse Mouzon released Funky Snakefoot in 1974, he was already an established drummer known for his work with jazz legends like McCoy Tyner. This album marked a significant step in his solo career following his debut album, Mind Transplant, and showcased his evolving style that blended jazz with funk elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billy Cobham· Chick Corea· Herbie Hancock
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I've Given You My Love 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 3:46
- 6 My Little Rosebud 2:05
- 7 A Permanent Love 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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