The Neville Brothers – Neville-ization LP Review Live At Tipitina’s New Orleans

 

 

 

 

Black Top Records 1982 ‎– BT 1031

 

 notes:

The Neville Brothers were an American R&B/soul/funk
 group, formed in 1976 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Few live albums capture the spirit of New Orleans music as powerfully 
as Neville-ization. Recorded at the legendary Tipitina's, this electrifying 
performance showcases the deep musical chemistry of 
The Neville Brothers at their absolute peak.
Released on Black Top Records as BT 1031, the album blends funk, soul, 
gospel, rhythm & blues, and Mardi Gras Indian influences into a vibrant live 
experience that reflects the heartbeat of New Orleans culture. From the 
spiritual vocals of Aaron Neville to the funky grooves driven by Art Neville, 
every track bursts with energy and authenticity.
The live atmosphere at Tipitina’s gives the record a raw and intimate sound.
 Audience interaction, extended grooves, and emotional performances transform
 the album into more than a concert recording — it becomes a celebration of 
Louisiana musical heritage. Songs flow effortlessly between soulful ballads and 
explosive funk jams, proving why the Neville Brothers remain one of the most
 influential groups in American roots music. 

Crédits:

The performing line-up on the album was:

Art Neville — keyboards, vocals
Aaron Neville — vocals, percussion
Charles Neville — saxophone, percussion
Cyril Neville — congas, percussion, vocals
Ivan Neville — keyboards, vocals
Darryl Johnson — bass, vocals
Willie Green — drums
Brian Stolz — guitar

Recorded live at Tipitina's
Recording date: September 24, 1982
by Glenn Himmaugh, Pace Recording Service, New Orleans
Producer – Art Neville, Hammond Scott, W. Barry Wilson
Producer [Associate] – Nauman S. Scott

tracklist:

A1 Fever 5:11
Written-By – Cooley*, Davenport
A2 Woman's Gotta Have It 4:17
Arranged By – J. Hicks*, J. Grisby*Written-By – B. Womack*
A3 Mojo Hannah 5:07
Written-By – Williams*, Paul
A4 Tell It Like It Is 4:03
Written-By – G. Davis*, Lee Diamond
A5 Why You Wanna Hurt My Heart 3:12
Written-By – Art Neville
B1 Fear, Hate, Envy, Jealousy 4:20
Written-By – Art Neville
B2 Caravan 4:16
Written-By – Duke Ellington
B3 Big Chief 5:17
Arranged By – Quezergue*Written-By – Gaines*
B4 Africa 5:16
Written-By – The Meters

 

 

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