Emilio Castillo (Leader) - Tenor Sax & Vocals
Stephen 'Doc' Kupka - Baritone Saxophone
David Garibaldi - Drums
Francis 'Rocco' Prestia - Bass
Larry Braggs - Lead Vocals
Roger Smith - Keyboards
Adolfo Acosta - Trumpet, Flugelhorn
Mike Bogart - Trumpet, Flugelhorn, Trombone
Tom Politzer - Lead Tenor Saxophone
Mark Harper - Guitar
Influences
The Spyders
James Brown
Spinners
Sly & The Family Stone
Howard Tate
Wilson Pickett
Dyke & The Blazers
Otis Redding.
Sounds Like
Tower of Power is an original sound; other bands sound like Tower of Power.
Celebrating 40 years, this year, since 1968, to the present, Tower of Power continues to evolve in its music and musicians. Every Tower of Power fan has their favorite recording, song, or musician.
Tower of Power has always been difficult to define or describe. It has been, and continues to be, a fascinating amalgam of talent. The most prolific period, while signed with Warner Brothers records, showcased a rare and formidable combination of talents under the leadership of Emilio Castillo.
With the principle songwriting of Doc Kupka and Emilio, and horn arrangements of Greg Adams as the foundation, the musicianship of the entire ensemble percolated with the precision of a Swiss watch. Doc, Emilio and Greg were complemented by powerful trumpet and trombone of Mic Gillette and the soulful ease of Lenny Pickett on lead tenor.
The unique rhythmic synergy of David Garibaldi on drums and Rocco Prestia on bass, gave Tower its sophisticated syncopation. The distinctive guitar solos of Bruce Conte and the world class B-3 work of Chester Thompson, complete the rhythm section in full effect.. The unique silky vocals of Lenny Williams stood out, brilliantly, against the force of the band. It is indeed, amazing, that four of the ten members, from that period, are members, today.
Through the years, before and since, there have been a plethora of fine musicians and vocalists that have 'held a chair' within Tower of Power. It is not a position one owns, but one is a caretaker of. Tower's sound has had an evolutionary ebb and flow as different musicians lent their talents to the band.
Tower of Power forges ahead, into its fifth decade.
Thank you so much for the add! I got teary eyed when I saw you on my friends list. That's how much Tower of Power has meant to me these last 4 decades... Much love and blessings, Debbie
Kaleta & Akoya Afrobeat The Spirit Of Fela Is Alive & Well Mukatsuku Records 4/5 An explosive slice of Afrobeat from Kaleta gets the licensing thumbs up from Mukatsuku, who finally get this gem to the Fela faithful. Originally clocking in at over 14 minutes, its been chopped virtually in half to add more punch and immediacy, whilst on the flip Guynamite and label boss Nik Weston add a more contemporary boogie house twist to the original, in doing so losing none of the vitality or the 'Fela' essence.
Tower of Power has always been difficult to define or describe. It has been, and continues to be, a fascinating amalgam of talent. The most prolific period, while signed with Warner Brothers records, showcased a rare and formidable combination of talents under the leadership of Emilio Castillo.
With the principle songwriting of Doc Kupka and Emilio, and horn arrangements of Greg Adams as the foundation, the musicianship of the entire ensemble percolated with the precision of a Swiss watch. Doc, Emilio and Greg were complemented by powerful trumpet and trombone of Mic Gillette and the soulful ease of Lenny Pickett on lead tenor.
The unique rhythmic synergy of David Garibaldi on drums and Rocco Prestia on bass, gave Tower its sophisticated syncopation. The distinctive guitar solos of Bruce Conte and the world class B-3 work of Chester Thompson, complete the rhythm section in full effect.. The unique silky vocals of Lenny Williams stood out, brilliantly, against the force of the band. It is indeed, amazing, that four of the ten members, from that period, are members, today.
Through the years, before and since, there have been a plethora of fine musicians and vocalists that have 'held a chair' within Tower of Power. It is not a position one owns, but one is a caretaker of. Tower's sound has had an evolutionary ebb and flow as different musicians lent their talents to the band.
Tower of Power forges ahead, into its fifth decade.
Celebrate the soul!
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To the best and greatest horn bands of all times TOP. Thanks for the great music and for adding us as friends.
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It is an honnor , i'm a big fan and that since 1977 i was 17 years .
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I've been listening to you for 40 years? Wow.
Congratulations on your 40th..
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Thank you so much for the add! I got teary eyed when I saw you on my friends list. That's how much Tower of Power has meant to me these last 4 decades...
Much love and blessings,
Debbie
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The new single from Mukatsuku Records-Kaleta & Akoya Afrobeat - The Spirit Of Fela Is Alive And Well ! MUKAT 014 is out now on 180 gram vinyl !
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This is the review in DJ Magazine...
Kaleta & Akoya Afrobeat
The Spirit Of Fela Is Alive & Well
Mukatsuku Records
4/5
An explosive slice of Afrobeat from Kaleta gets the licensing thumbs up from Mukatsuku, who finally get this gem to the Fela faithful. Originally clocking in at over 14 minutes, its been chopped virtually in half to add more punch and immediacy, whilst on the flip Guynamite and label boss Nik Weston add a more contemporary boogie house twist to the original, in doing so losing none of the vitality or the 'Fela' essence.
Found Sounds DJ Magazine
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