Phil Ranelin - Vibes From The Tribe [180 Gram] Sunglass Museum •3 Quickshade Washes

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Phil Ranelin - Vibes From The Tribe [180 Gram] Sunglass Museum •3 Quickshade WashesPhil Ranelin was a session trombonist recording with the likes of Steve Wonder before setting up the Tribe label with Wendell Harrison in Detroit. Like other contemporary artist run labels like Strata East and Black Jazz, Tribe releases were characterised by a heady mix of post Coltrane free jazz, soul and funk, all informed by a strong political conscience. Vibes From the Tribe is a fine record. The title track is lusciously, greasily funky and