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Tower of Power, released in the spring of 1973, was the third album for the band. It featured soul singer Lenny Williams on lead vocals and Lenny Pickett on lead tenor saxophone.
Jan 18, 2024 · In a heartfelt announcement posted on Tower of Power’s social media channels, iconic drummer David Garibaldi revealed that he is parting ways with the influential funk band. The departure is effective immediately, marking the end of a musical era that has spanned over five decades.
During the tumultuous period following the release of 1987's Power, TOP reportedly came close to disbanding due to ongoing substance issues for leaders Castillo and Kupka, who became clean in 1988 and 1989, respectively. [38]
Jan 16, 2024 · David Garibaldi, longstanding drummer of hugely influential funk band Tower of Power has announced his departure from the band, effective immediately. Garibaldi, 77, broke the news via a statement posted to the band’s social media channels, explaining that the band’s heavy touring schedule — spending 180 days of 2023 on the road — has ...
Jan 8, 2024 · It was in 2020 when Tower of Power lost one of its founders, inimitable bassist Rocco Prestia. Marcus Scott also left the band, Ray Greene returned and Michael Jerel replaced him in 2021. While the band's albums don't always set the charts on fire, Castillo, Kupka and the rest of TOP are still renowned for its live act status.
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Oct 2, 2023 · For over 55 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk and soul music. .“We were a Soul band called The Motowns.” recalls family of the proGram, Emilio Castillo. “Rocco was the bass player, I was there, and my brother was the drummer.
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by Carl Wiser. They survived disco, BALCO 1, and ill treatment from Jimi Hendrix. Now, 50 years after the band first took form in Oakland ("Bump City"), Tower Of Power is back with what might be the best album of their career.
