“Revolutions”, the third lp from the London based band Resolution 88 is drenched in 70s inspired jazz funk. Tom O’Grady’s melodic arrangements elevate the band’s sound from the traditional raw funk and soul band. Things get off to a rousing start with “Pitching Up”. The track opens up with Tiago Coimbra’s funky electric guitar while O’Grady’s swirling Rhodes plays well off Alex Hitchcock’s tenor. “Runout Groove” has a simmering drum and bass groove. Ric Elsworth’s spirited drumming sets the tone for O’Grady’s wizardry on rhodes and Coimbra’s hypnotic bass. “Tracking Force” jams at a frentic pace as each member flexes their musical chops. Clearly the band found inspiration in Herbie Hancock’s ground breaking “Head Hunters”. While they didn’t craft the blueprint for jazz funk they’re doing a superb job at carrying the torch.
