Bennie Maupin - Slow Traffic To The Right [LP - Verve By Request]

Release Date: 4/18/2025
Label: Verve

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 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 180g vinyl pressed at Third Man in Detroit.

Tracklist

1. It Remains To Be Seen
2. Eternal Flame
3. Water Torture
4. You Know The Deal
5. Lament
6. Quasar