The New Mastersounds

The Profile

The New Mastersounds are an English instrumental funk band featuring Eddie Roberts (guitar), Simon Allen (percussion/drums), Pete Shand (bass) and Bob Birch (Hammond organ, piano). Known for polished, guitar- and Hammond-led funk grooves.

Formed in 1999; instrumental funk ensemble noted for Hammond organ and guitar-led arrangements.

The review describes This Is What We Do as polished, mannered instrumental funk with excellent musicianship. Lack of vocals is seen as a drawback that makes parts of the album feel tiresome. Highlights cited: La Cova, Afternoon At Gigi's, Pure, and covers of Zambesi and Ain't No Telling.