Lonnie Liston Smith and the Cosmic Echoes' albums on Bob Thiele’s Flying Dutchman label deserve more love from jazz fans. Among Miles Davis’ fusion band alumni, keyboardist Smith and his group took Davis’ style to new heights. Over five albums in four years, they blended fusion with post - bop, spiritual jazz, funk, rock, pop, and other genres. Smith infused his records with integrity and a unique spacey feel, inspiring modern jazz musicians like Kamasi Washington. Real Gone Music presents Smith’s first two records in their original gatefold jackets, offering soulful and life - enhancing music. In 1974, Cosmic Funk leaned towards funk. Lonnie Liston Smith’s brother Donald added smooth vocals to tunes like John Coltrane’s “Naima”. Produced by Bob Thiele, it's a transitional and fascinating work. It features the original gatefold art and is now pressed on limited - edition coke clear vinyl, only 600 copies available! Tracklist: Side A: 1. Cosmic Funk 2. Footprints 3. Beautiful Woman; Side B: 1. Sais (Egypt) 2. Peaceful Ones 3. Naima.
To enjoy this Lonnie Liston Smith's Cosmic Funk LP, simply place it on a record player and let the music play. When handling the vinyl, make sure your hands are clean to avoid leaving fingerprints or dirt on it. Store the LP in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent warping. Keep the original gatefold jacket in good condition as it adds to the collectible value. If the vinyl gets dusty, use a soft record brush to gently clean it before playing. Don't stack heavy objects on top of the LP to avoid damage.
