Saint Tropez Orchestra: Percussions LP

A hip host of very short funky tracks from Saint Tropez – less an orchestra here than a percussion ensemble – and one who are able to move through a whole range of global grooves! Latin rhythms are at the core, but served up with lots of variety – and topped with some very cool electronic touches, all at a level that's very different than any sort of vintage funk album we've ever heard! Part of the charm is the brevity of the tunes, as they just focus right in on the groove, then revel in it for a minute or two before jumping on to the next great cut – making for a batch of 20 tracks in all, with titles that include "Zipper", "Lucky 13", "Montana De Plata", "Tormenta Electrica", "Super Sabroso", "Berimbau Funky", and "Vaquero Electrico".