Tindouf
Garrincha GoGo, 2021
8/10
An 8 track album recorded straight to analog tape, Savana Funk know their way around both vintage and modern ideas, and no shortage of power and grooves comprise these very diverse tunes.
“Fuga Da Gorée” starts the listen with proficient drumming as hypnotic guitar and playful percussion from Max Castlunger enters the lively climate, and this creativity continues to the psychedelic and warm “Afromoon”, where soothing keys add much to the cautiousness.
At the halfway point, “Kiki” sits closer to jazz territory with its spirited guitar lines and firm drumming, while “Tindouf” recruits Elena Majoni’s violin amid chanting as the 7 minutes explores countless textures and moods in its dynamic landscape.
“Keta Diva” lands near the end and recruits well timed brass alongside swift drumming and plenty of spacey ideas, and “Kontiki Blues” exits the listen indeed touching on blues to complement the stylish and reserved execution.
A record that often possesses the energy of a live recording, Aldo Betto, Blake C.S. Franchetto, Youssef Ait Bouazza and new member Nicola Peruch illustrate Savana Funk in their best version yet, and this effort certainly is multi-cultured and fascinating proof of that.
Travels well with: Gregario- Nomads On Hold; Gilles Poizat- Champignon Flamme