CATALYST Perception (The funkiest band you've never heard! For this latest instalment in the Jazz Dispensary Top Shelf Series, the groove archivists at Concord have unearthed a true gem from the Muse Records vaults - the 1973 jazz-funk masterpiece Perception by Catalyst. Returning to vinyl for the first time in over 50 years, Perception is a stunning showcase of the band's ability to glide between soul jazz, deep funk, and cosmic fusion, led by the virtuosic interplay of Eddie Green, Odean Pope, Sherman Ferguson, and Alphonso Johnson. The album's mood ranges from the spiritual fire of Uzuri to the laid-back sophistication of Celestial Bodies, making it one of the most compelling examples of early '70s Philadelphia jazz innovation. Expertly cut AAA from the original analogue tapes by Kevin Gray, and pressed on 180-gram vinyl, this edition captures the warmth, punch, and subtle dynamics of the original recording. Housed in a tip-on jacket, it's an audiophile-quality reissue of a long-lost jazz-funk classic. Hype sticker & factory sealed. Recommended)