Bennie Maupin: Slow Traffic To The Right (Verve By Request) LP

Released in 1977, Bennie Maupin’s second album as a leader, and first for Mercury puts his time as part of the Headhunters on full display. The album as a whole is a satisfying blend of funk and darker textured moments supported by a solid band including Patrice Rushen, Paul Jackson, Eddie Henderson and more. Verve By Request Series features 180-gram vinyl, pressed at Third Man in Detroit.

Tracklist:

Side A

1. It Remains To Be Seen
2. Eternal Flame
3. Water Torture

Side B

1. You Know The Deal
2. Lament
3. Quasar