Search - Megatron :: Vol. 1-I Believe in a Thing Called Soul

Unknown, but worth a listen

C. W. Hall | Atlanta, GA USA | 01/26/2008

(2 out of 5 stars)

"This talented trio has a knack for combining sounds in an unusual way. Big band funk meets psychedelic new-age? Throw in a quirky synthesizer with soulful trumpets and percussion and I Believe in a Thing Called Soul could make a believer out of you.



Julian MacDonough keeps things going with skillful percussion. Not only capable as the support for trumpet runs and organs, Julian is very capable of stealing the thunder all by himself. But probably the most distinctive sound coming out of the Megatron stable is provided by keys player Delvon Dumas. He manages to push the band one notch higher as he alternately mans a piano, a Hammond B-3 organ, and a synthesizer. On the trumpet, Paul Chandler shows a nuanced ability to blend with the group even when blowing intricate and difficult licks.



Megatron is a hodge-podge of musical styles with something to please virtually every type of listener. Their funk with flare just might make "I Believe in a Thing Called Soul" your groove for the week."