THE BUDOS BAND EP OUT TODAY ON DAPTONE RECORDS!
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Fans may be familiar with two songs previously released and universally recognized as Budos classics. The Proposition, a hit single released on 7-inch by Daptone Records, incorporates the style, now known worldwide as Budos swing, responsible for drawing so many a listener onto the sweaty dancefloor, and Mas O Menos, included on the band's smash album, The Budos Band II, exemplifies the group's feel for soul with its infectious bass, tightly intertwined guitar and organ, and soaring horns. The remaining tracks, however, all never-before-released cuts also recorded between The Budos Band I and II sessions, are a fascinating glimpse into the group's evolution as musicians and recording artists.
The Budos Band EP, which has already gotten love from Soul-Sides, BrooklynVegan, Planet Mag and AOL Spinner, to name a few, is a must-have for Budos and Daptone fans alike. It stands as a vital account of the band's movement between musical styles and records a singular moment in the group's existence. It will indeed stand the test of time and remain a bedrock of Budos lore.
The Budos Band EP tracklisting:
1. Hidden Hand
2. Mas O Menos
3. The Proposition
4. Ephra
5. Nobody's Bulletproof
6. Smoke Gets In
7. Bonus Track
Pick up the album (in vinyl, mp3, or CD form) here.
DOWNLOAD "The Proposition" here
No Budos Band experience is complete without a live show. If you're any where near the surrounding areas in the next couple of months, make sure to check them out!
July 24 New York, NY @ Central Park Summer Stage (w/Bettye LaVette)
July 28 Buffalo, NY @ University at Buffalo South Campus
Aug 11 New York, NY @ City Winery
Aug 13 Washington, DC @ Black Cat
Aug 14 Asheville, NC @ Harvest Records 5 Year Anniversary
