Name: Fire On The Bayou
Brand: Meters

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Bertus Musikvertrieb

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Limited edition

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Format Music EU

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Extended format: No

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Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Signed copies: No

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Bonus disc: No

Release date

2021-04-09

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MOCCD14057

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8718627233078

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Meters

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Music On Cd

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Electronic

Music On CD is a reissue label that was established in 2013. It is the sister label to Music On Vinyl and is distributed by [l266965]. With a focus on bringing classic music back into circulation, Music On CD offers a wide range of albums from various genres. From iconic rock albums to timeless jazz recordings, their catalog features an impressive collection of *artists* and *performers*. Whether you're a dedicated collector or simply looking to discover some hidden gems, Music On CD provides high-quality reissues that will satisfy any music lover's cravings.

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Considered by many to be one of the founding fathers of funk, The Meters created a unique sound that lasted through the sixties and seventies and was reborn in the late eighties. Their trademark sound blends funk, blues, and dance grooves with a New Orleans vibe.
The history of this native New Orleans band dates back to 1965 when keyboardist & vocalist Art Neville recruited bassist George Porter Jr., drummer Joseph 'Zigaboo' Modeliste, and guitarist Leo Nocentelli to form The Meters. They became the house band for Allen Toussaint and his record label. In 1969, The Meters released "Sophisticated Cissy" and "Cissy Strut," both major R&B chart hits. Cyril Neville, Art Neville's brother, joined the band in 1975 as a percussionist and vocalist for three of their albums for Reprise/Warner Brothers.
After twelve years and ten studio albums, The Meters disbanded in 1979 due to business problems. The original line-up reformed after an informal jam during the 1989 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. In 1994, Art Neville and Porter alongside two new members were officially christened The Funky Meters and continued to perform into the next decade.

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The meters' third album for reprise, 'Fire on the Bayou', is their best record for the label for a variety of reasons, not least of which is the high quality of material throughout the record and a focus from the band that keeps the music simmering, even if it never quite reaches a boil. that's not a bad thing, because the music is simmering, always hot and enticing, never lukewarm or too cool. there's not anything that comes out and grabs your throat, the way that "hey pocky way" does, but there never seems to be a concession to mainstream funk, the way cabbage alley or rejuvenation seemed to be. this just keeps things rolling, nice and smooth. there's not anything that separates itself from its partners — something that's unfortunately true of all of the reprise albums — but the overall feel is better than the meters' other reprise albums, since it has more grit and presence than its compatriots.Includes 5 bonus tracks: "Running Fast (single version)", "Keep On Marching","He Bite Me", "Mother's Love" and "Jambalaya"

Fire On The Bayou

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