The Budos Band III
The Budos Band · 2010
38 min · 11 tracks · funk
A vibrant tapestry of Afro-soul and psychedelic rock, layered with intricate brass arrangements and hypnotic grooves.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rite of the Ancients — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its driving rhythms and rich brass arrangements, showcasing the band's signature blend of psychedelic rock and Afro-soul.
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Black Venom — A standout for its dark undertones and powerful horn lines, this track encapsulates the band's ability to weave tension into their grooves, creating an immersive listening experience.
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Nature's Wrath — This track highlights the band's dynamic range, combining serene melodies with explosive instrumentation, reflecting both calmness and intensity in a unique sonic journey.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The Budos Band III blends complex brass arrangements with varied tempos, creating a distinctive sound within contemporary funk.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains an upbeat tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more contemplative pieces, altering the overall energy.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- hypnotic grooves for dancing
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- short bursts of vibrant sound
- immersive rhythmic exploration
- playful brass arrangements throughout
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of slow ballads
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 10, 2010, The Budos Band III marks the group's third studio album, following their celebrated self-titled debut and the sophomore effort, Budos Band II. By this time, they had solidified their unique sound, blending Afrobeat with elements of funk and jazz, further establishing their reputation in the contemporary instrumental music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Antibalas· Shabazz Palaces· Fela Kuti
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rite of the Ancients 3:48
- 2 Black Venom 3:32
- 3 River Serpentine 3:10
- 4 Unbroken, Unshaven 2:58
- 5 Nature's Wrath 4:53
- 6 Golden Dunes 3:17
- 7 Budos Dirge 2:38
- 8 Raja Haje 3:57
- 9 Crimson Skies 3:34
- 10 Mark of the Unnamed 3:59
- 11 Reppirt Yad 2:57
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