First Cuckoo

Eumir Deodato's post- CTI venture showcases his creative independence through tightly arranged fusion arrangements that prioritize groove over grandeur. Anchored by his electric piano and clavinet work, the album features an impressive roster—Hubert Laws, Steve Gadd, John Tropea—in intimate small-combo settings that unlock funkier interpretations than his earlier output. Deodato's signature Brazilian approach to recontextualization shines across an eclectic setlist: "Caravan," "Funk Yourself," and "Crabwalk" sit alongside reimagined covers of Marcos Valle's "Adam's Hotel" and Led Zeppelin's "Black Dog," each transformed into soulful fusion statements that defy conventional expectation.