Summer Heat" is a vibrant fusion of funk and jazz, characterized by its infectious grooves and polished production. The album features a rich tapestry of instrumentation, blending tight brass sections with smooth bass lines and rhythmic guitar riffs, creating an energetic and danceable atmosphere. Tracks like "Sweat (Till You Get Wet)" and "I Want You to Know (That I'm in Love With You)" showcase a lively tempo, while "Sea Side Vibes" introduces a more laid-back, sun-soaked feel. The textures throughout the album are warm and inviting, with layered vocals and dynamic arrangements that evoke the carefree spirit of summer. This distinctive sound captures the essence of late 70s funk and disco, making it a quintessential party record.

Album: Summer Heat by Brick (1981)
Genre: Funk | Style: Jazz
Record Label: Legacy Recordings
Format: Album

Artist Background: Brick was formed in Atlanta, Georgia in 1972 from members of two bands - one disco and the other jazz. They coined their own term for disco-jazz, "dazz". They released their first single "Music Matic" on Main Street Records in 1976, before signing to the independently distributed Bang Records. Their next single, "Dazz", (#3 Pop, #1 R&B) was released in 1976. The band continued to record for Bang records until 1982. Other hits followed: "That's What It's All About" (R&B #48) and "Dusic" (#18 P... Part of the Atlanta, GA USA music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Funk movement. Known for Jazz style.

Music Scene: Part of the Atlanta, GA USA music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Funk movement. Known for Jazz style.

Tags: Funk, Jazz, 1980s, Album, Legacy Recordings

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