Augusto Martelli, The Real McCoy - The Real McCoy, Vol.2 (1975) [Hi-Res]

One year after the effervescent "The Real Mc Coy," Augusto Martelli returns in 1975 with "The Real Mc Coy Vol. 2," a pyrotechnic and sparkling sequel released on his own Aguamanda Records label. Like its predecessor, this record pulsates with an infectious blend of excitement and lightheartedness.

Across its nine tracks, "The Real Mc Coy Vol. 2" expands Martelli's signature sound. The festive and propulsive arrangements with exotic and urban flair remain, but here the influence of disco music is more pervasive ("Tip Top Theme," "The Swan," and "Moondrops"). Also, Martelli weaves his orchestral flourishes with a more prominent layer of infectious drum breaks ("Kangaroo") and seems especially creatively permeable to the vibrant energy of South American rhythms ("Na Voixe Dixeiva" and "Sambalonga").

Last but not least, Martelli's playful genius is on full display in the unique "Bom De De Bom Bom," which became quite popular upon its release and where he seamlessly blends the sensual rhythms of a Brazilian samba with playful vocals in the Genoese dialect.

1.01 - Augusto Martelli - Tip Top Theme (4:17)
1.02 - Augusto Martelli - Bom De De Bom Bom (4:17)
1.03 - Augusto Martelli - The Swan (5:13)
1.04 - Augusto Martelli - Adagio Augusto Maestoso (3:24)
1.05 - Augusto Martelli - Kangaroo (3:50)
1.06 - Augusto Martelli - Moondrops (4:31)
1.07 - Augusto Martelli - Na Voxe Dixeiva (4:04)
1.08 - Augusto Martelli - Sambalonga (5:08)
1.09 - Augusto Martelli - Charlie Brown (3:54)