This cover of a Sister Sledge tune had me grooving and feeling carefree from the first listen. I admit I had never heard of New Zealand-based multi-instrumentalist producer, engineer and DJ Lord Echo (aka Mike Fabulous) before, nor had I heard the original Sister Sledge song. But I could tell Lord Echo's version was a glorious mashup of reggae and R&B/disco, and I immediately loved the groove of this summery love song.
Sister Sledge released their song in 1979, and it definitely stands the test of time. . Lord Echo's version, released on the 2010 "Melodies" album, is slightly slower, with a simpler reggae bass line. The original version, produced by Niles Rodgers has a funkier, more rhythmically intricate bass line. "Thinking of You" will surely have you on your feet, celebrating life and love, and leaving your cares behind.
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About the Curator, Caitlin Moss:
Drum set player and percussionist Caitlin Moss was born and raised in Los Angeles. She has performed at such venues as the Skirball Center and the Ford Amphitheatre and has toured nationally and internationally, including performances in Mexico and Cuba, with Grammy-winning bands La Santa Cecilia and Quetzal. She performs and records in Los Angeles as a freelance musician and as a member of several original bands. Caitlin is also teaching drum set, percussion, piano, and music production classes at a youth arts center operated by the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.
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