Cross The Track

Recorded in 1974 by Maceo Parker with fellow former James Brown band members including Fred Wesley and the J.B.'s. The session was cut during Parker's brief period as a solo artist and emphasized tight horn arrangements, deep funk rhythms and extended instrumental interplay. Released as a standalone single, the track became one of the definitive post-James Brown funk recordings of the 1970s. Its infectious groove and instantly recognizable horn riff made it a favorite among DJs, dancers and funk collectors. The recording became one of the most sampled funk tracks in hip-hop history, appearing in dozens of rap and dance records. Its horn break and rhythm section have remained staples of breakbeat culture, crate-digging and funk compilations.