Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Track of Day: Dr. Buzzards Original Savannah Band - Sunshowers (RCA)


Dr. Buzzards Original Savannah Band was a forerunner of Kid Creole & The Coconuts, with August Darnell and Coati Mundi bridging both. “The concept of the group was the re-creation of a '30s jazz-swing band, à la Cab Calloway, with witty lyrics, a disco beat and lush disco arrangements and orchestrations.” This continued with Kid Creole who achieved global success. This track comes from their debut album, which also includes ‘Cherchez la Femme’, their biggest hit. ‘Sunshower is a harmonic tour de force and a Cory Daye tour de force. Definitely one for the slowie slot at the end of the night, even if it’s got bounce.

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