Night Daze / Painful Truth [7"]

Max Beesley's High Vibes - Night Daze / Painful Truth [7'']

Boogie Back Records proudly reissues BBR008 on 7-inch vinyl - a timeless slice of soulful innovation from Max Beesley, whose deep roots in the UK's acid jazz and soul scene have influenced generations of musicians and listeners alike. A multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer, Beesley has collaborated with some of the most iconic artists of our time - Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Earth, Wind & Fire, James Brown, Incognito, Jamiroquai, and many more - contributing his signature touch on drums, percussion, keyboards, and vibraphone. Originally released as part of Boogie Back's 12'' series, BBR008 captures Beesley's unmistakable sound: rich harmonies, heavy grooves, and that soulful energy that bridges classic street soul and contemporary jazz-funk. This 7'' reissue distills the essence of his acclaimed Boogie Back Records impacting era - a period defined by vibrant musicianship and cosmic jazz grooves ready for both the dancefloor and the deep listener. These two tracks showcase the full range of Beesley's musical vision. ''Night Daze'' rides a hypnotic groove of cosmic Rhodes chords, tight percussion, and lush vibraphone lines, creating a cinematic, late-night atmosphere. On the flip, ''Painful Truth'' features the unmistakable voice of Omar, one of the UK's most iconic soul vocalists - delivering a deep, heartfelt performance over Beesley's rich, jazz-funk arrangements.