Roots Revisited

by Maceo Parker

Roots Revisited cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1990
  • Label: Minor Music
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 1:05:02
  • Community rating: 3.69/5 from 3 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Following decades of legendary sideman work for James Brown and Parliament-Funkadelic, the powerhouse saxophonist steps into the spotlight as a formidable bandleader. 'Roots Revisited' bridges traditional swing with relentless, groove-heavy funk, achieving significant commercial and critical acclaim.

Genres

Descriptors: funky, saxophone, groove-laden, rhythmic, soulful

Tracklist

  1. Them That Got (3:59)
  2. Children麓s World (10:50)
  3. Better Get Hit in Yo麓 Soul (5:44)
  4. People Get Ready (5:56)
  5. Up And Down East Street (8:16)
  6. Over The Rainbow (4:15)
  7. Jumpin麓 The Blues (6:20)
  8. In Time (5:32)
  9. Them That Got (Alternate Master) (3:57)
  10. Funky Christmas (10:09)

Credits

  • Vincent Henry - alto saxophone
  • Chica Walderdorff - artwork
  • Marika Zwick - artwork
  • Bootsy Collins - bass, guitar
  • Bill Stewart - drums
  • Rodney Jones - guitar
  • Don Pullen - organ
  • Pee Wee Ellis - tenor saxophone

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