Original Flava captures The Brand New Heavies at their roots, bringing together the soulful grooves and jazz-funk energy that defined the band's early days on the Acid Jazz label. Featuring recordings from 1988 and 1990, this album showcases the foundation of their signature sound, blending infectious rhythms with vibrant, feel-good melodies. It's a glimpse into the formative years of one of the genre's most influential acts.
This 2023 edition highlights the first vinyl reissue of a collection once considered the ultimate rare and unissued material from The Heavies, now remastered from the original source tapes. Including their debut single and early versions of future hits, Original Flava is a must-hear snapshot of super heavy funk and timeless soul that reveals the band's undeniable chemistry and creative spark from the very beginning.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Acid Jazz
- Genre: Jazz, Soul & Funk
- Release Date: 05/26/2023
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TRACKS
A1. Rest Of Me
A2. Put Yourself In My Shoes
A3. Reality
A4. Country Funkin'
A5. Got To Give
B1. Mother's Tongue
B2. Dream Come True
B3. Never Stop
B4. Headhunters
B5. A Day At The Seaside
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