Family Groove

by Neville Brothers

Overview

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

Product Details

Release Date:	06/14/1994
Label:	A&M / Universal Distribution
UPC:	0075021538429
Rank:	128947

Tracks

1. Fly Like an Eagle
2. One More Day
3. I Can See It in Your Eyes
4. Day to Day Thing
5. Line of Fire
6. Take Me to Heart
7. It Takes More
8. Family Groove
9. True Love
10. On the Other Side of Paradise
11. Let My People Go
12. Saxafunk
13. Maori Chant

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Neville Brothers   Primary Artist
Steve Miller   Guest Artist,Guitar,Vocals
Eric Struthers   Guitar
Mervin Campbell   Trumpet
Mick Brigden   Director
Laura Fraenza   Director
John Moore   Guitar
Arnie Pustilnik   Director
Deff Generation   Horn
Ricky Caesar   Tuba
Tony Hall   Guitar (Bass)
Kevin Burns   Director
Jason Neville   Rap
Greg Tardy   Sax (Tenor)
William Green   Drums
Charles Neville   Saxophone
David "Hawk" Wolinski   Drums,Guitar,Keyboards,Synthesizer
Rev. Curtis Watson   Trumpet
Darryl Johnson   Guitar (Rhythm),Vocals (Background)
Aaron Neville   Vocals
Cyril Neville   Vocals,Percussion
Art Neville   Vocals,Keyboards
Emanuel Steib   Trombone

Technical Credits

Eric Kolb   Composer,Keyboard Technician
Gerald Tillman   Composer
Len Peltier   Design,Art Direction
Guzman/Rotterdam Conservatory Orquesta Tipica   Photography
Dave Cheramie   Production Assistant
Chuck Sheefel   Composer
Omari Neville   Composer
David Foreman   Composer
Trina Shoemaker   Assistant Engineer
Steve Miller   Composer
Bob Thiele   Composer
Billy Valentine   Composer
Ivan Neville   Composer
Charles Neville   Composer
David Leonard   Mixing,Engineer,Producer
Wally Traugott   Mastering
Peter Grant   Design
Phil Roy   Composer
David "Hawk" Wolinski   Arranger,Composer,Producer
Brian Culbertson   Composer
Darryl Johnson   Composer
Aaron Neville   Composer
Steve Himelfarb   Assistant Engineer
Cyril Neville   Composer
Steve Hall   Mastering
Neville Brothers   Producer
Public Domain   Composer
Art Neville   Composer
Ron Cuccia   Composer