Ivan Neville – Gettin’ Funkier All The Time

Son of Aaron, Ivan represents the new generation of New Orlean’s legendary Neville Family. Here he fronts a stellar band comprising brother Ian and other up and coming musicians from the Crescent City.Ivan, who sings and plays bass guitar, announced his arrival as a major talent with the release of his critically acclaimed debut solo album in 1988 and which gave him two hit singles. Two years earlier he had played on The Rolling Stones’ ‘Dirty Work’ album and he has since played with a string of superstars, including Keith Richards and Bonnie Raitt. Acclaimed by critics, Ivan looks set to become a major star on the music scene.Ian is Art Nevilles’s son and plays guitar in the All Stars. He also plays with his father’s latest incarnation of his truly groundbreaking funk band, The Funky Meters.Ivan and Ian represent the new generation of New Orlean’s legendary Neville Family.This concert, recorded at Germany’s famous Rockpalast festival in 2004, demonstrate that this all star outfit undoubtedly possess the musical pedigree to ensure the continued success of the Neville Brothers dynasty in the years to come. Theirs is a brand of contemporary New Orleans funk with more than a nod to their distinguished roots.