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The year was 1969, musicians began to explore the possibilities of funk and its fusion with other genres such as jazz, soul, and even psychedelia, and Harry Betts, a trombonist and composer approaching fifty, composed the soundtrack for The Fantastic Plastic Machine, a documentary about the adventures of a group of American surfers competing in a tournament on the Australian beaches.
Obviously, given the subject, the music must be thematic. A sunny surf sound, with no aspirations other than to accompany the aquatic evolutions of the protagonists. Sometimes the music develops in the aforementioned funk direction, with quite pleasant results (Green-O, McTavish) or towards less demanding but still enjoyable solutions (Day Groovin') or even towards solutions reminiscent of the best David Axelrod (Green Grotto).
It is not a memorable work; you won't lose sleep if you don't listen to it, but at the same time, you won't be wasting time if you pay it some attention (it lasts just over half an hour). It's up to you.
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Harry Betts' soundtrack for The Fantastic Plastic Machine offers a sunny, thematic surf sound mixed with funk, jazz, and psychedelia. While not groundbreaking, the album provides pleasant listening with some memorable tracks reminiscent of David Axelrod. Lasting just over 30 minutes, it suits listeners seeking a light, genre-blending experience.Tracklist
Harry Betts
American trombonist and composer known for film and soundtrack work, notably the soundtrack to The Fantastic Plastic Machine.01 Reviews
