MIKE CLARK'S PRESCRIPTION RENEUWEL / LIVE IN ASHEVILLE 2001 (2CDR)

Mike Clark - drums
Andy Cleaves - trumpet
Fred Wesley - trombone
Melvin Sparks - guitar
Paul Jackson - bass

DISC 1
1. 4 STRING DRIVE
2. PEOPLE CRY
3. WATERMELON MAN
4. TIPTOE THROUGH THE GHETTO
5. FUNK IS... BILL DOGGETT
6. FOOTPRINTS

DISC 2
1. ROCK ME
2. I NEED SOME MONEY
3. HOUSE PARTY
4. DOING IT TO DEATH
5. CHAMELEON
Encore
6. THE VIPER

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This is a live recording by a group led by Mike Clark. It is a high-quality soundboard recording with excellent instrument separation and a well-balanced stereo mix. While Mike Clark is, of course, the drummer for The Headhunters, the other members are so formidable that he might actually be the least well-known musician in the lineup. The group features the funky bass work of Paul Jackson and the seasoned, masterful guitar playing of soul-jazz veteran Melvin Sparks. Fred Wesley—famous for his work with James Brown—also brings his own distinct, commanding presence. The set kicks off with tracks reminiscent of the J.B.'s, and naturally includes Headhunters staples like "Watermelon Man" and "Chameleon." They even perform "Footprints," the classic composition by Wayne Shorter (widely known through his work with Miles Davis). Although there is no keyboard player, this blend of The Headhunters and the J.B.'s—a pure, high-octane funk experience—is an absolute must-listen.