Bernard Wright - 'Nard (1981)

Funky jazz and jazzy funk led by keyboardist Bernard Wright, who at the time was just 18. Slick, synth-y arrangements counter-balanced by a sharp, hard-hitting rhythm section. Some of you will instantly recognize "Haboglabotribin'" as the source of a sample from a deep cut off of a certain 90s G-funk classic.

Track listing:
1. Haboglabotrin'
2. Firebolt Hustle
3. Music Is the Key
4. Spinnin'
5. Just Chillin' Out
6. Bread Sandwiches
7. Master Rocker
8. We're Just the Band
9. Solar

All other rides are chicken feed

You should also listen to:

Ronnie Laws -
Pressure Sensitive (1975)

Wayne Henderson -
Emphasized (1979)