1. An acid jazz project… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists called Incognito:
1. An acid jazz project by Jean-Paul "Bluey" Maunick with deep roots in the 1970's jazz/funk/fusion world (active from 1979 to present) See below 1. for their discography.
2. A smooth jazz online group from Tupelo Records / IODA. No other information found about this unregistered band ("Buy at Insound" link is broken). They released similar or exactly the same title tunes/logo as the other Incognito above. (See below for details)
3. A Rock/Pop band who released album Four (2007) from Aero Music
4. A blues rock band from Vancouver. Album releases include Blues Alive! (1995) and Bitter Sweet (1999).
Rob Montgomery has been a major player in the Vancouver Music Scene for many years, and has just released his 2nd Solo Album: Rob Montgomery and Friends "Guitar Stories: featuring 12 original songs, and line-up of very special guests: Alita Dupray, Amanda Dean, Nadine States, Darcy Hepner, Ken Emerson, Steve Werbicki and more. The Album consists of original material that Rob wrote in a way he pays tribute to all of his guitar influences, and styles that have followed him through a long successful music career. Rob has also played a big part in Vancouver as a Musical Director for INCOGNITO, LADIES SING the BLUES, SWEET HOME CHICAGO, NO QUARTER, BLUES in the CITY Concert Series, The Yale Hotel, and many more. This Album brings together a lot of these musicians, with Rob Montgomery's "Guitar Stories" concept and visits a Celebration of Music with some of the finest talent on the planet. 2017 has started off with this great new project, and we hope you enjoy it!
INCOGNITO continues to be one of Vancouver's Premiere Rock'n Soul Party featuring some of this city's top session pro's, and are huge hit in the corporate market in Vancouver. Featuring Nadine Staes, Rob Montgomery, Steve Werbicki, Dave Barton and Darrell Mayes
Facebook: Incognito Band
Sonicbids: Rob Montgomery & Nadine States and INCOGNITO
5. A drum & bass producer/DJ from Nelson, New Zealand.
6. A UK drill rapper (also known as SK), associated with the UK drill group Moscow17.
Incognito are a British band, widely regarded as one of the key members of the acid jazz movement. Their first album, Jazz Funk, was released in 1981, with 13 further albums following, the last of which, Transatlantic RPM, was released in July 2010.
Throughout the band's history, it has been led and driven by composer, producer, guitarist and singer Jean-Paul "Bluey" Maunick. Other notable guest singers are Leon Ware, Chaka Khan, Mario Biondi, Maysa, Jocelyn Brown and Carleen Anderson.
The band has had intermittent success in the singles charts, with their breakthrough hit a version of the Ronnie Laws tune "Always There", featuring Jocelyn Brown. They have also been a favourite of various re-mixers, including Masters At Work, David Morales, Roger Sanchez and Jazzanova, and have released three albums consisting almost entirely of remixes.
Official Site http://www.incognito.org.uk
Albums - see Incognito Releases
* 1981 Jazz Funk
* 1991 Inside Life
* 1992 Tribes, Vibes And Scribes
* 1993 Positivity
* 1995 100° and Rising
(* 1995 100ﾟ And Rising +1)
* 1996 Beneath The Surface
* 1999 No Time Like The Future
* 2001 Life, Stranger Than Fiction
* 2003 Who Needs Love
* 2004 Adventures in Black Sunshine
* 2005 Eleven
* 2006 Bees + Things + Flowers
* 2008 Tales From The Beach
* 2010 Transatlantic RPM
Popular songs
* Everyday
* Roots
* Talkin' Loud
2. Not only this Smooth Jazz band shares same band name, they have a song called "Millenium"(2006) that is exactly same title (intentionally misspelled) as the other Incognito's (Jazz Funk) song on their album "100° and Rising"(1995), plus the logo resembles in font. The title "Every Day"(2006) on the album Street Smarts exactly alike in titles (when read) with the other Incognito's famous tune "Everyday"(1995). They are often tagged totec radio. Also mis-tagged by fans as bluey where there's no link to Jean-Paul "Bluey" Maunick himself. r00ts & t4lk1n l0ud tags also used, that could mislead fans to the Bluey's famous tunes like "Roots" & "Talkin' Loud".
Most of the album below are about 30 minutes short and they all released by Tupelo Records There are 3 more albums released by this band(Tupelo Records)
* 2005 Make Or Break
* 2006 Millenium
* 2006 Street Smarts
* 2008 Only the Truth
Dark Side Of The Cog
Incognito Lyrics
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InstrumentalAs the title suggests, "Dark Side Of The Cog" is an instrumental piece. The word "cog" refers to a gear or a piece that works with others to form a machine, which could represent the various elements of the music coming together to create a unified whole. The piece begins with a haunting piano melody that sets a somber mood, accompanied by a subtle blend of electronic and acoustic instrumentation. The rhythm is steady and hypnotic, evoking the image of a machine working tirelessly in the background.
As the piece progresses, the various instruments start to layer on top of each other, creating a rich and complex sound. The dynamics ebb and flow, with moments of intense buildup and release. The music feels cinematic, like the soundtrack to an epic journey or a dramatic scene. Towards the end, the piano melody returns, bringing the piece full circle.
Overall, "Dark Side Of The Cog" is a captivating instrumental that showcases Incognito's diverse musical talents. The piece is evocative and immersive, inviting the listener to imagine their own story to accompany the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Dark side of the cog
The negative and often hidden aspects of the machinery or system in place
World's a roulette wheel
The world is a game of chance where outcomes are unpredictable
Place your bet, let it ride
Make a choice and hope for the best, without intervention or change
Win or lose, just pretend
Regardless of the result, act as if everything is okay
Stack the deck, make a move
Intentionally influence circumstances to achieve desired outcomes
Power, greed, naivete
Aspects of human nature that drive decision-making and behavior
Is it chance, is it fate?
Questioning whether events are random or predetermined
Do we make the rules or follow on our knees?
Asking if individuals have control over their circumstances, or if they are at the mercy of those in power
Is there any certainty?
Doubting the possibility of definite outcomes or answers
Or just this sick uncertainty?
Questioning the nauseating feeling of not knowing what will happen
Life's a game we'll never win
Life is a struggle where success is unattainable
All the while we're sinking in
Despite our efforts, we are gradually descending and ultimately defeated
Arms outstretched, waiting for the end
Accepting our fate and anticipating the inevitable conclusion
Contributed by Anthony B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.