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Released: Feb 9, 2011
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  • Genre: Funk / Nu-Jazz / Soul

    Location SANTA CLARA, California, Un

    Profile Views: 278439

    Last Login: 12/12/2012

    Member Since 10/17/2006

    Website http://www.msplinks.com/MDFodHRwOi8vd3d3LnN0cm9rZWxhbmQuY29tL1N0cm9rZWxhbmRKYXp6L1RvbnlBZGFtby9XaGF0SXNIaXAvV2hhdElzSGlwLmh0bQ==

    Record Label Urbanzonerecords

    Type of Label Indie

  • Bio

    USNewJazz.com Review Tony Adamo www.strokeland.com A beat poet for the new generation? Or a jazz-funk crooner? Take your pick. I think that either one of these characterizations could easily describe Tony Adamo. Tony comes to USNewJazz.com with two tracks from his recently released CD – "What is Hip" "What is Hip?" When I first heard this cover of the Tower of Power song from 1973, it brought back memories of other spoken word songs. However, Tony's offering is not as "gimmicky" as these other songs. There is a strong sense of cool sophistication in the way he delivers the lyrics. It doesn't hurt that he has a set of smooth pipes. It also doesn't hurt that a great group of musicians that add so much to this song backs him. A special "thumbs up" to Sandy Griffith, whose background vocals give this song a real (for lack of a better reference) "Motown Feel". "Cold Duck Time" Tony does a laid-back and funky version of this Eddie Harris and Les McCann song from their 1969 album - "Swiss Movement". On this track, Tony shows (once again) his smooth vocals. Melecio Magdalugo on sax is a great foil for Tony's vocals. Neil Larsen on organ brings an undercurrent of soul to the party. This is without a doubt a fine tribute to one of jazz's classic tracks. Jeff's Favorite: "What is Hip?" Jeff's Final Thought: For me, Tony's renditions conjure up visions of the classic "cocktail party". Others have called his music a combination of the big band and sound with a seasoned Vegas lounge singer. I agree with those comparisons. However, it is much more than that for me. Taking a quick tour of this CD, you will find a number of good versions of classic songs. Some of the standouts include "Make a Memory", "Calling" and an interesting version of the Beatles "Eleanor Rigby". The combination of smooth vocals, spoken word and, solid arrangements make this album complete. I am really having a hard time thinking of contemporary comparisons for Tony. I think that he is without a true equal. Others have said that you could compare him to Tom Jones or Lou Rawls. I'll throw Dean Martin into that mix. Still, there really is no comparison. Jeff Niziol e-mail: USNewJazzJeff@hotmail.com

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    'Doc' Kupka gets hip to Tony Adamo's "What is Hip" "I love Tony's version of "What Is Hip?". He evokes the beatnik-bongo days of my youth and gives a whole new slant to a hard-charging funk tune. Congrats to both Tony Adamo and Jerry Stucker!" Stephen 'Doc' Kupka, Tower of Power co-founder www.strokeland.com www.myspace.com/tomyrocadamo

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    Tony Adamo-Like Lou Rawls fronting Tower of Power

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New songs from Tony Adamo/strokeland.com Records Several months ago, HornDrivenRadio.com was the first station to play Tony Adamo's new version of the classic Tower of Power song “This Time It's Real”. Tony has just sent us a remastered version of the song and it is now in our rotation. For “This Time It's Real” Guitarist/producer Jerry Stucker brought in R&B/Soul -legend drummer, James Gadson (Bill Withers, Herbie Hancock and Quincy Jones),The organist Neil Larson (Gregg Allman, B.B. King, Whitney Houston), and Reggie McBride on bass (Stevie Wonder, Al Jarreau, Keb’Mo’) to record the rhythm tracks on the song. The horn section is made up of current Tower Of Power members Doc Kupka, Tom Politzer, and Mic Gillette. Tony is back at it again with yet another cover of a Tower of Power staple, “What Is Hip?” This time around the lineup consists of Tony Adamo(vocals) Mike Clark (drums), Bill Summers(percussion), Sandy Griffith (background vocals), Eddie Henderson (trumpet), Richie Goods (bass), Neil Larsen (organ), and Jerry Stucker (guitar). Eddie Henderson in the horn section and Doc Kupka (bari sax) is mo’ funk and groove than anyone can handle. Once again, HornDrivenRadio.com is pleased to announce that we are the first station to have “What Is Hip?” in its rotation.

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Your message Yo Myspace, I cannot randomiz my friends. when I click on Change Top Friends.Randomiz is not there.Thank you. Tony roc adamo

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