“Fast Man” is an ode to deep funk of the 60s and is a cover of a rare funk track by The PC’s Ltd. Often played during the band’s explosive live performances, the track’s energy lends itself well when the group is joined by horn sections and has become a fan favorite and staple in their set lists. “'Fast Man' was recorded as part of the first NMS album. However, it didn't make it to the album that was originally released 20 years ago (2001),” explains Roberts, “This was actually because shortly after recording it, we became embarrassed by the break with us shouting out 'M.A.S.T.E.R. We're The Mastersounds', as we thought people would say 'who the hell are they anyway?'. 21 years later, it seems pretty funny that that's what stopped it making the cut, so for the re-master and re-press of our first album we decided to include it, and also release it digitally as a single for the first time ever!”
Coming hot on the heels of an international tour in celebration of the band’s 20th anniversary in 2019 and the release of their Billboard charting album ‘Shake It’ that marked the introduction of vocalist Lamar Williams Jr, the band has been no slouches when it comes to releasing new material and rolling with the punches 2020 has thrown. This past year saw the release of three remote singles “4 Walls,” “Less is More,” and “Harmony” that all debuted on Live for Live Music’s Comes Alive digital festivals. Additionally, the band launched a premium subscription channel The New Mastersounds - TV via Color Red where fans can view exclusive content including weekly Zoom chats, never-before-seen professional footage, and remote collaboration. Last Monday, they released a new single “Feelin’ Frisky” that’s available only to channel subscribers.
Vinyl enthusiasts can pick up Keb Darge Presents: The New Mastersounds exclusively through Roberts’ new vinyl subscription club Rare Sounds where he is curating rare and out-of-print records that help tell the story of the funk and soul revival.
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