Rufus

Rufus Thomas' first album following Stax's break from the Atlantic had "Do the Funky Chicken" as its centerpiece, so the emphasis upon good-humored dance tunes was unsurprising. There were some weird moments, particularly the down-and-bestial seven-minute update of "Sixty Minute Man" (on which Rufus sounds like he's singing in tongues), a remake of "Bear Cat," and a two-part version of "Old McDonald Had a Farm."

A 20-piece large ensemble, jazz-meets-classical masterwork composed, arranged, and conducted by jazz legend Rufus Reid. This six-movement suite honors five iconic sculptures by Elizabeth Catlett, a revered multimedia artist, human rights activist, and African-American heroine of the highest order, whose work is featured in museums and public places around the country…

Rufus featuring Chaka Khan and Rufus & Chaka Khan. It doesn't really matter what name is used because the result is the same: solid grooves, arresting melodies, and the overwhelming vocals of Chaka Khan. This album spawned a Top Five Billboard R&B hit with "Stay," a song with a moderate tempo and a very humble beginning that bows to an explosive plea from Khan. It reached number three on the charts after 18 weeks. "Blue Love" has that seesaw rhythm that swings from midtempo to uptempo but is controlled by Khan's delivery. It slipped into the Top 40 at number 34 in a short nine weeks. This project could have easily supported additional releases with songs like the engaging "Stranger to Love," the jazzy "Destiny," and "Best of Your Heart."

Rufus Hound - Being Rude (2011)
DVDRip | AVI | English | Xvid 1498kbps | 716x336 25fps | AC3 128 Kbps | 1h 10mn | 823.8 MB
Genre : Comedy

TV s Rufus Hound is a comedian presenter actor and the owner of a very fine moustache. You already know him as the star of Celebrity Juice, Let s Dance For Comic Relief (dressed as Cheryl Cole), Argumental, and of his own CBBC sitcom, Hounded. Now, in this brilliant debut DVD, Rufus goes back to his stand-up roots in a stunning live show, recorded at London s legendary 100 Club.