Family Groove [UK Bonus Track]

• Artist: The Neville Brothers
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• Release Date: May 05, 1992
• Total Time: 57:36
• Genre: Rhythm & Blues

Review

New Orleans' favorite sons, the Neville Brothers, pool their talents again on this CD. Family Groove is a clever reference not only to the musical abilities of the four brothers, but to the shared interests and concerns of the brothers and their families. All the usual Neville elements are here: Charles Neville on the saxophone, Cyril Neville on the drums, Art Neville on piano, and the inimitable voice of Aaron Neville. Their message is the Neville gospel of social and political justice, as well as the importance of love and family. Hence, the family groove. In "Line of Fire," brother Art Neville speaks to the growing problem of drugs and guns claiming the lives of many young black men in the cities. Aaron's son, Jason Neville, makes an appearance with a rap tune lamenting the tragic plight of the homeless in the richest country in the world and the complacent America that looks the other way. The one-world outlook of the Nevilles is exemplified on the beautiful harmonies of "Let My People Go," as well as in their closing number, a traditional "Maori Chant." They sing their recognition that people all over the world want the same thing: freedom, peace, and love. This is vintage Neville Brothers philosophy delivered as always with the funky beat and unique Neville sound that has captivated fans all over the world. ~ Rose of Sharon Witmer, All Music Guide

Tracks

Track Title	Composers	Performers	Time
Fly Like an Eagle	Steve Miller	Neville Brothers	(4:45)
One More Day (Lyrics)	Brian Culbertson, Cyril Neville, David "Hawk" Wolinski	Neville Brothers	(5:16)
I Can See It in Your Eyes (Lyrics)	Aaron Neville, Ivan Neville	Neville Brothers	(4:55)
Day to Day Thing	Phil Roy, Bob Thiele, Billy Valentine	Neville Brothers	(4:54)
Line of Fire (Lyrics)	Art Neville, Ron Cuccia, Eric Kolb, Chuck Sheefel	Neville Brothers	(4:25)
Take Me to Heart (Lyrics)	Dave Foreman, Cyril Neville	Neville Brothers	(3:48)
It Takes More	Phil Roy, Bob Thiele, Billy Valentine	Neville Brothers	(4:46)
Family Groove (Lyrics)	Cyril Neville, Eric Kolb, Omari Neville, Gerald Tillman	Neville Brothers	(4:48)
True Love (Lyrics)	Art Neville, Darryl Johnson, David "Hawk" Wolinski	Neville Brothers	(3:35)
On the Other Side of Paradise (Lyrics)	Art Neville, Cyril Neville, Eric Kolb	Neville Brothers	(3:45)
Let My People Go	Phil Roy, Bob Thiele, Billy Valentine	Neville Brothers	(5:50)
Saxafunk	Charles Neville, David "Hawk" Wolinski	Neville Brothers	(3:08)
Maori Chant	Public Domain	Neville Brothers	(2:29)

Credits

Eric Struthers (Guitar), Guzman/Rotterdam Conservatory Orquesta Tipica (Photography), Mervin Campbell (Trumpet), David "Hawk" Wolinski (Guitar), Steve Hall (Mastering), Mick Brigden (Director), Eric Kolb (Keyboard Technician), Laura Fraenza (Director), David "Hawk" Wolinski (Arranger), Steve Himelfarb (Assistant Engineer), Cyril Neville (Vocals), David "Hawk" Wolinski (Synthesizer), Art Neville (Vocals), Ricky Caesar (Tuba), David "Hawk" Wolinski (Drums), Tony Hall (Guitar (Bass)), Guy Gelso (?), Art Neville (Keyboards), Greg Tardy (Sax (Tenor)), Wally Traugott (Mastering), William Green (Drums), Steve Miller (Guitar), John Moore (Guitar), Steve Miller (Vocals), Deff Generation (Horn), Darryl Johnson (Guitar (Rhythm)), Cyril Neville (Percussion), Arnie Pustilnik (Director), David Leonard (Producer), Eric Kolb (?), Neville Brothers (Producer), Aaron Neville (Vocals), Darryl Johnson (Vocals (Background)), Charles Neville (Saxophone), David "Hawk" Wolinski (Producer), Peter Grant (Design), David Leonard (Engineer), Dave Cheramie (Production Assistant), Jason Neville (Rap), Len Peltier (Design), David Leonard (Mixing), Kevin Burns (Director), Curtis Watson (Trumpet), David "Hawk" Wolinski (Keyboards), Len Peltier (Art Direction), Trina Shoemaker (Assistant Engineer), Emanuel Steib (Trombone)