UNCLE CHAPIN was a jazz / rock band from New York City, including Mike Mattia (trumpet-flugelhorn-piano-percussion), Carl Shickler (trombone-flute-guitar), Donny Olson (bass-lead vocals), John Briganti (Drums), Angelo Ficara (guitar-acoustic guitar-lead vocals), James Rosolino (trumpet-lead vocals), Paul Mergingoff (piano-organ-lead vocals) and Ed Covi (alto, tenor, baritone, soprano saxes-flute) . Breaks, Funk, Jazz and lots more Breaks. This beautifully textured, the band’s only self-titled release is a worthy addition for those who want to find something different in what has long been familiar. The album is permeated with the sounds and melodies of the horn, drums and rhythm solo guitar, which is typical for jazz and funk influences……
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