CD Review: An unsung funky gem
Imagine Jamiroquai with a slide guitar and gritty fatback beats and you have a decent sonic image of Nino Moschella’s musical stylings. Nino Moschella’s 2006 release, “The Fix,” reads as a nod to the varied members of soul and funk tradition. Don’t be fooled, this album has a modern sound and an undeniably innovative energy, but it is not without its allusions to legends in popular music.
Imagine Jamiroquai with a slide guitar and gritty fatback beats and you have a decent sonic image of Nino Moschella’s musical stylings.
Nino Moschella’s 2006 release, “The Fix,” reads as a nod to the varied members of soul and funk tradition. Don’t be fooled, this album has a modern sound and an undeniably innovative energy, but it is not without its allusions to legends in popular music. Tracks such as “Are You For Real” and “Didn’t You See Her” draw from Stevie Wonder and the Jackson Five. Yet, just as easily, one could describe “Strong Man” as being rooted in Robert Plant’s bluesy howlings.
Nino Moschella’s “The Fix” is a solid album that aligns well with America’s popular music tradition. It’s not necessarily a mind-blowing album, but it is still one that calls for a beer, some friends and an open place to dance. If you enjoy feel-good music, check this album out.
