The legendary guitarist Al McKay returns with a collective of LA's best musicians to present the Earth, Wind & Fire Experience feat. The Al McKay Allstars in a single appointment with free admission Monday 1 August in Piazza Adriatico in Francavilla al Mare (CH).
At the end of 1983 the Earth Wind & Fire decided to take a break from the stage. Although there were rumours of a band reunion from time to time, the most original representatives of American funk were now water under the bridge. In 1990, the guitarist from Earth Wind & Fire, Al McKaydecided to put together a band from the survivors of the original line-up for a series of concerts in Japan under the auspices of LA Allstars. Over the years, this initial line-up has evolved into its current one, changing its name but continuing to host the most influential R&B and funk musicians, including many members of the 1970s and 1980s line-ups of Earth Wind & Fire.
The ensemble will present a round-up of Earth Wind & Fire's hits, offering an extraordinary display of a performance full of style and energy, with every member committed to the excellence that has characterised Earth Wind & Fire's sound.
Starting with Al McKay's guitar, the rhythm section respects the sound that McKay himself created. The horns, under the expert guidance of the original trumpeter of Earth Wind & Fire themselves Michael Harris and accompanied by former members of Tower of Power e Doobie Brothersputs on a performance that any leader would be envious of. Tim Owens leads a team of incredible vocal talents.
In an era when many pop groups perform with the help of pre-recorded vocals and post-production, it is encouraging to know that the sound of Earth Wind & Fire remains vital thanks to Al McKay's new project, probably the only band currently able to faithfully reproduce the original feel of these sounds. An unmissable show for lovers of American funk.
THE EARTH WIND & FIRE EXPERIENCE feat. THE AL McKAY ALLSTARS
Monday 1 August 2016
Francavilla al Mare (CH), Piazza Adriatico
Concert starts at 22.00
Free admission.
