The Crusaders was an American jazz fusion group that was popular in the 1970s. The group was known as the Jazz Crusaders before shortening its name in 1971.
In 1960, following the demise of a few short-lived Houston-based groups called The Swingsters and the Nite Hawks, Joe Sample (piano), Stix Hooper (drums), Wilton Felder (saxophone), and Wayne Henderson (trombone), relocated to Los Angeles. After changing their name to "The Jazz Crusaders," the group signed with Pacific Jazz Records, where they would remain throughout the 1960s. Employing a two-manned front-line horn section (trombone and tenor saxophone), the group's sound was rooted in hard bop, with an emphasis on R&B and soul.
The group shortened their name to "The Crusaders" in 1971, and adopted a jazz-funk style. They also incorporated the bass guitar and electric guitar into their music. Bass guitarist Robert "Pops" Popwell and guitarist Larry Carlton joined the band, and featured on the group's albums throughout most of the 1970s. With this new style came increased crossover appeal, and the group's recordings started to appear on the Billboard pop charts. (Wiki)
One of my favourite bands ...Double vinyl rip of 'Best Of' from 1976, which provided the material that I like the most from their lengthy history...This band were my 'go to' to from the early 1970's...I still listen to The Crusaders probably more than any other artists (and I LOVE so many !). Their material has Blues Jazz R&B Soul and Funk elements, with memorable songs and melodic, gutsy solos.
They also introduced me to their guitarist Larry Carlton who I loved...including his solo albums and guest appearances on Steely Dan albums among many others...I had the pleasure to see him at London's Jazz Cafe...and we got to chat after the show...a friendly humble gent...I gave him a Django Reinhardt CD as a gift of gratitude ... - Gus
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