Hard Groove (Verve By Request): Vinyl LP Porchlight part of the historical 1950s

part of the historical 1950s East German Funkhaus building beside the River Spree

Atom and Cell (7:06)

The soundtrack album (which stands apart from the movie) was a big hit and a major step forward for the young pianist-vocalist

impeccable playing and gave the band a renewed sense of purpose

Hard Groove (Verve By Request): Vinyl LP Porchlight part of the historical 1950sWith this reissue, Verve By Request celebrates the 20th anniversary of this landmark, genre busting album, conceived, led, and produced by trumpeter Roy Hargrove, who considered it a tribute to his childhood love of hip hop. Featuring a 10 piece band, special guests include DAngelo, Q Tip, Erykah Badu and Anthony Hamilton. This Verve By Request title is pressed on 180 gram vinyl at Third Man in Detroit. Tracklist: Side A 1. Hardgroove 2. Common