Orrick Ewing is a master of gospel-infused jazz. Fresh out of high school, Orrick played bass for Parliament-Funkadelic. After spending a few years with the group he wanted to branch out and try new styles of music, so he joined up with an R&B group, the Crowd Pleasers. As his career continued, Orrick joined up with long-time friend and powerhouse blues guitarist Larry McCray. After backing Larry, Mr. Ewing became the bass player for The Mighty Clouds of Joy, which ultimately won him a Grammy Nomination and an induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame.
Orrick has made appearances on Good Morning America, David Letterman, the Stellar Awards, The Legends of Gospel, and Bobby Jones Gospel, among others. Throughout his amazing career, Orrick Ewing has performed with the likes of Aretha Franklin, Mavis Staples, Smokey Robinson, Inez Andrews and has shared the stage with Earth Wind & Fire, The O'Jays, The Gap Band, Gerald Albright, Kirk Whalum, Gladys Knight, and Sherrelle.
Currently, Orrick is the lead bassist for the Wayman Tisdale Band, following Mr. Tisdale's untimely death. He is proud to step into the shoes of someone who was loved by many all around the country. During his live performances, he pays tribute to Wayman Tisdale by performing some of his songs.
Tracklist:01. Funkville 5:08
02. Soft & Warm 4:45
03. The Cool N U 4:57
04. Summertime 4:45
05. A Long Walk 4:38
06. Reminiscing 5:36
07. Ain’t No Stoppin Us now 4:23
08. Oh Snap 4:20
09. God Can 4:36
10. A beautiful Day 4:04
11. Juke Joint 6:39
12. Chinn on Friday Night 5:03
Orrick has made appearances on Good Morning America, David Letterman, the Stellar Awards, The Legends of Gospel, and Bobby Jones Gospel, among others. Throughout his amazing career, Orrick Ewing has performed with the likes of Aretha Franklin, Mavis Staples, Smokey Robinson, Inez Andrews and has shared the stage with Earth Wind & Fire, The O'Jays, The Gap Band, Gerald Albright, Kirk Whalum, Gladys Knight, and Sherrelle.
Currently, Orrick is the lead bassist for the Wayman Tisdale Band, following Mr. Tisdale's untimely death. He is proud to step into the shoes of someone who was loved by many all around the country. During his live performances, he pays tribute to Wayman Tisdale by performing some of his songs.
Tracklist:01. Funkville 5:08
02. Soft & Warm 4:45
03. The Cool N U 4:57
04. Summertime 4:45
05. A Long Walk 4:38
06. Reminiscing 5:36
07. Ain’t No Stoppin Us now 4:23
08. Oh Snap 4:20
09. God Can 4:36
10. A beautiful Day 4:04
11. Juke Joint 6:39
12. Chinn on Friday Night 5:03