Track of the Day: I’m going to indulge just a bit on this Ned Doheny kick. Chaka Khan’s “What Cha’ Gonna Do For Me” written by Ned is a barn burner. Originally slated to be released on one of his own records, he decided to hand it over to Scotland’s funkiest band the Average White Band who did a more than serviceable version…however, Chaka truly gives it oodles more oomph. She adds some anger and passion, shaping it to be an empowering female anthem. Anthem or not, this song just moves very differently…check out her take on the chorus, its very powerful since the actual rhythm is quite relaxed. The more she gets impassioned in her delivery the stronger the rhythm track moves around her. I’d think Ned would have completely approved of her take on his song.
Track of the Day: June 2, 2014
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