This is music that feels like a living, breathing community. It carries the grit of 1970s Detroit and the warmth of a shared vision, blending the technical precision of jazz with the raw, rhythmic heart of funk and soul. The horns don't just play melodies; they speak with a vocal quality that feels urgent and deeply human.
What sets this apart is the independent spirit. Because it was born from a self-published collective, there is a lack of polish that actually makes the music feel more expensive and authentic. It avoids the slickness of commercial fusion in favor of a modal, spiritual depth that rewards close listening while still maintaining a heavy, grounded groove.
Start with the early 1970s recordings to hear the foundation of the movement. It is perfect for those who want their jazz to have a social conscience and a pulse that connects the avant-garde to the street.
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Shares spiritual jazz, avant-garde jazz, jazz fusion, funk (signature)
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