Guest Review (Gavin Moruda)

	Break n' Bossa More Funk Into It Schema

The latest instalment in Schema's prolific Break n' Bossa series is Chapter Seven: More Funk Into It. Primarily a CD only release, the wax sampler provides just two tracks featured on its shiny silver sister. Although this 12" only touches the surface of the full release, its content is exclusive and is an estimable release in its own right.
The 12" is reassuringly loud pressing, with the muted drum kick of Koom.h's Mr. Cool opening proceedings. Softly nodding under dinner party chatter, crystal piano keys and Salvo Dub's deep bass line, the groove soon drops into a contagious mid-tempo pulse that provides the hearty foundation for Giogio Rizzo's soothing percussion and Marco Martino's atmospheric keys.
On the flip, 7 Samurai turn out a splendid rework of No Problems, an original recording by The Dining Rooms, a production duo hailing from Milan, Italy. Stephano Guittoni, a successful disc jockey, and Cesare Malfatti, a musician emerging from Italy's punk scene, became one in 1998 to delve into the musical realms of hip-hop, funk, jazz and blues. After a full debut album and several exciting side-projects, the pair expanded their group, incorporating a full, five-piece band and recruiting Maria Arena to perform dazzling visuals at their gigs. No Problems steps away from the 4/4 groove of Mr. Cool and brings to the table an elegant swing-jazz swagger, strengthened by hip-shaking percussion and Jonas Hermes' cushioned double-bass.
More Funk Into It is an excursion into contemporary jazz, swing and house music, essential listening for all who love their vibes ebullient and eclectic.

Reviewed by Gavin Moruda

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