The Roar of '74 represents the type of album I've been looking for in the wilds for some time. That of the rockin' funky big band sound. As a former stage band performer, we occasionally played some pretty cool tunes that made it fun. We also played standards that were necessary for a school band. The Roar of '74 opens with three very hot tracks that just won't let up. It shows the potential of big band in a rock setting. After this about half the rest maintain the funky goodness while the other three tracks are more of what would be expected. Reviews suggest - at best - this is nothing more than "cop show sh*t". Well... I happen to like "cop show sh*t". Buddy Rich was 56 or 57 when this was recorded. He was going hard late in life, especially for his generation.
Ownership: LP: 1974 Groove Merchant. Single sleeve. Recent thrift shop find (2024). Neat cover that represents the era well.
7/6/24 (first listen/review/new entry)
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