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JOHN COLTRANE A Love Supreme Album Cover A Love Supreme
JOHN COLTRANE
4.84 | 102 ratings
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MILES DAVIS Kind of Blue Album Cover Kind of Blue
MILES DAVIS
4.82 | 138 ratings
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BILL EVANS (PIANO) Waltz for Debby Album Cover Waltz for Debby
BILL EVANS (PIANO)
4.93 | 16 ratings
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HERBIE HANCOCK V.S.O.P.:Tempest in the Colosseum Album Cover V.S.O.P.:Tempest in the Colosseum
HERBIE HANCOCK
4.96 | 10 ratings
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BILL EVANS (PIANO) Sunday at the Village Vanguard (aka Live At The Village Vanguard) Album Cover Sunday at the Village Vanguard (aka Live At The Village Vanguard)
BILL EVANS (PIANO)
4.88 | 17 ratings
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CHARLES MINGUS The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady Album Cover The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady
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4.77 | 76 ratings
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JOHN COLTRANE Live at Birdland Album Cover Live at Birdland
JOHN COLTRANE
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JOHN COLTRANE Blue Train Album Cover Blue Train
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4.74 | 69 ratings
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ESBJÖRN SVENSSON TRIO (E.S.T.) Live in Hamburg Album Cover Live in Hamburg
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4.94 | 8 ratings
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JOHN COLTRANE My Favorite Things Album Cover My Favorite Things
JOHN COLTRANE
4.73 | 59 ratings
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WES MONTGOMERY The Incredible Jazz Guitar of Wes Montgomery Album Cover The Incredible Jazz Guitar of Wes Montgomery
WES MONTGOMERY
4.82 | 13 ratings
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MILES DAVIS 'Round About Midnight (aka Miles Davis) Album Cover 'Round About Midnight (aka Miles Davis)
MILES DAVIS
4.72 | 46 ratings
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AFFINITY TRIO Hindsight

Album · 2023 · Post Bop
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Gather around, class! Take a seat, maybe even recline a little. Today, we're not just talking theory or history; we're exploring the here and now of jazz with Affinity Trio's debut album "Hindsight." Let me put on my reviewer's hat—or should I say, my reviewer's shades? Let's dig into this.

The Affinity Trio, comprised of Eric Jacobson on trumpet, Pamela York on piano, and Clay Schaub on bass, has embarked on a journey less traveled—dropping the drums for a stripped-down, intimate conversation between three instruments. It's like eavesdropping on Miles Davis, Bill Evans, and Paul Chambers at a New York jazz club, but with its own unique flavor.

Released under the auspices of Origin Records, this album is an intellectual romp and an emotional voyage. Imagine your favorite book that keeps you pondering for days—that's what these tracks do, only they speak in notes instead of words.

Alright, class, let's get into the nitty-gritty details. When it comes to Affinity Trio's "Hindsight," we're hearing a rich curriculum of jazz history and today's jazz sounds. Starting with Jacobson's "Open Windows," the track reveals each musician's technical abilities right off the bat. Jacobson's trumpet isn't just warm; it's masterfully controlled, executing runs and trills that demand attention. York's piano fills in the texture, responding and initiating thematic ideas like a seasoned scholar at a symposium. And let's not overlook Schaub’s bass, which provides the harmonic foundation that the other instruments so eloquently dance over.

Following that, we have "Fitzroy" by Schaub. This tune delivers a rhythmic cadence that isn't just interesting; it showcases how well the trio listens to each other. They play with a level of anticipation that's palpable, engaging in call-and-response sections that give the feeling of an academic debate, but a friendly one, where everyone leaves enlightened.

Then there's "Tin Tin Deo," a Latin jazz piece where the absence of drums is barely noticed. York and Schaub collaboratively create a Latin groove so convincing you almost forget it's a trio. The switches between Latin and swing feels are smooth, showcasing their genre versatility. Jacobson's swinging solo is a delight with flowing lines and his magic tone.

"Blues for Change," penned by York, is no less captivating. It's a track where each musician gets to 'blow off some steam,' so to speak. York's solo is rooted in the blues scale but ventures into some chromaticism, displaying a solid grasp of both tradition and innovation. Schaub's bass solo keeps the rhythm driving, proving that melody and timekeeping can happily coexist in the low end.

As for "Theme for Ernie," this ballad is a high point in the album's emotional arc. The trio doesn't just play the changes; they narrate a story. The choice of timbre and pacing makes this track a reflective pause in the middle of an energetic set.

Rounding out the review, the latter part of the album features tunes like "Parisian Poet" and "Hindsight," where the trio again exhibits their creative unity. "Parisian Poet" is a York original that combines harmonic richness with melodic simplicity, resulting in a memorable experience. "Hindsight," named after the album, serves almost like a recap—a thoughtful conclusion to a dissertation, if you will.

So, in sum, "Hindsight" offers a varied yet coherent musical landscape, presented by three musicians deeply in tune with each other. "Hindsight" introduces us to Affinity Trio's promising future, and if this album were a course, you'd be talking about it long after graduation. Study up!

DAVID LARSEN The Peplowski Project

Album · 2023 · Cool Jazz
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Let's get into it. First off, we're talking about David Larsen's album "The Peplowski Project," a tribute to straight-ahead jazz and the Al Cohn/Zoot Sims quintet of the 1950s. Larsen is both an educator and a practitioner of jazz, adding academic and experiential dimensions to his music. The album boasts a mix of jazz standards, Cohn arrangements, and Larsen's original compositions, all of which are served with a sonic flavor that blends the old with the new. With that as a backdrop, let's dig into this album, shall we?

Now, listen up, swing lovers, because the rhythm section on this album is what we in the biz call "tight." Jake Svendsen on piano, Josh Skinner on bass, and Brendan McMurphy on drums are not just accompanying musicians here; they're an integral part of the project. Svendsen's piano work adds a sophisticated color palette, bringing nuanced flair to tunes like "Love Me or Leave Me." Meanwhile, Skinner's bass lines are a lesson in harmonic foundations. Check out his role in "Black Nightgown"; he starts off with just Peplowski, creating a duo that's delicate but articulate. McMurphy on drums gives the ensemble its pulse, its heartbeat if you will, contributing significantly to tracks like "He Who Getz the Last Laugh."

So, let's talk instrumentation. The combo of clarinet and different types of saxophones is somewhat of a rarity these days, making this a must-listen. On "All the Things You Are," for instance, Larsen's baritone sax kicks off the album with gravitas, while Ken Peplowski's clarinet responds with eloquence. This contrast in timbre showcases the versatility of reed instruments in a jazz setting, adding layers of complexity and texture.

And let's not overlook the album's tribute to the legendary Al Cohn. If Cohn was a novelist, Larsen has become a master of his literary style. Originals like "Into the Mild" and "Tenor for Dinner" pay homage without veering into imitation. They encapsulate the spirit of 1950s jazz—those harmonic choices, those groovy rhythms, but all with an exceptional touch.

"Black Nightgown" provides an excellent microcosm of the album's thematic elements. Set to a relaxed medium swing, the ensemble initially builds a light, airy environment that methodically crescendos to swing harder as it progresses. Larsen's baritone sax solo showcases his stylistic skill; his ideas dance out of his horn with clear articulation, harmonic spellings, and a big, round tone that commands attention. Then enters Peplowski with his clarinet solo, initially accompanied solely by Skinner on bass. It's a return to the light and delicate style of the beginning, an exercise in atmospheric contrast. Once McMurphy and Svendsen rejoin the space, there's an unmistakable lift in energy. And let me tell you, Peplowski responds in kind, adding dynamic layers to his clarinet playing that elevates the track to new heights.

To be clear, the dynamic unfolding in "Black Nightgown" is no one-time-wonder; it is a sonic blueprint for the entire album. Just like a well-structured syllabus, it gives you an idea of what's to come—ebbs and flows, peaks and valleys—all while keeping you engaged and, dare I say, emotionally invested.

Alright, let's kick it up a notch, my scholarly audiophiles! We've talked about some standout tracks already, but there's so much more to unpack in "The Peplowski Project." These additional compositions not only show off the ensemble's versatility but also the individual mastery of each musician involved. Let's groove through some examples, shall we?

Starting with "Jazz Line Blues," this Al Cohn composition runs for 4:12 and is a deliciously riff-based piece. Larsen comes in strong with a tenor solo that's as engaging as a charismatic lecturer on the first day of class. Peplowski follows suit, maneuvering his tenor through the iconic rhythm changes with fluid lines and a rhythm so tight it would make a metronome jealous.

"Love Me or Leave Me," originally by Walter Donaldson, begins with Svendsen's piano setting a shuffle swing tone that's as excellent and fluid as a well-argued thesis. Larsen's tenor and Peplowski's clarinet then dive in, fully embracing the rhythm laid down by the keys.

Now, don't overlook our man Brendan McMurphy on the skins. The drum work on tracks like "Tenor for Dinner" adds intricate polyrhythms, transforming what could've been a standard groove into an intellectual escapade of timing and feel. McMurphy, my friends, is a human swing machine with the soul of a poet.

Finally, let's talk about Larsen's own "Tenor for Dinner," a hard-bop journey that showcases the two saxophones interacting like two intellectuals debating a complex topic. Sometimes they harmonize; other times, they diverge in counterpoint. The improvised solos are the real cherry on top, followed by a trading of phrases that makes for a stimulating auditory experience as enthralling as a plot twist in a good novel. After that enthralling debate in "Tenor for Dinner," brace yourselves, because "Doodle Oodle" is the final exam where our jazz scholars prove they've done their homework and are ready to graduate summa cum laude.

In tracks like "Doodle Oodle," you see Larsen and Peplowski switch gears and turn up the tempo. The rapid pace isn't just for show; it serves as a sonic playground for these musicians to flex their technical prowess. And let me tell you, they execute it with both flair and precision, all the while maintaining the spirit of the '50s jazz language. This is what we call "pedagogy in practice," my friends.

All in all, "The Peplowski Project" is not just an album; it's a masterclass in straight-ahead jazz. It explores the rich textures of reed instruments, delves into complex harmonic landscapes, and swings hard, all while paying homage to jazz greats. It's not just for the Cats; it's for anyone keen on a complex yet accessible musical journey that'll leave you both satiated and hungry for more. It's a win-win, my fellow scholars!

MARION BROWN Marion Brown Quartet

Album · 1966 · Avant-Garde Jazz
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Marion Brown Quartet is a debut album of American free jazz alto sax player, recorded in 1965 - same year, when Brown participated on John Coltrane's one of the most noticeable avant-garde album,"Ascension".

The album contains just three longish compositions, all played very much in a fashion of time and the ESP Disk label aesthetics. Still, differently from noisy, aggressive and chaotic free jazz, which is almost a trademark of the mid-60s, Marion's music is quite well organized and is spiritual and even lyrical in moments. Playing with such strong collaborates as bassist Reggie Johnson, drummer Rashied Ali and sax player Benny Maupin among others, Marion is an obvious leader of this session. His free and lyrically-colored sax soloing is in formation period, but one can hear a lot of Brown's future characteristic sound.

Of three album songs, one is recorded with bassist Ronnie Boykins (two rest - with Reggie Johnson on bass), and on one more sax player Benny Maupin changes trumpeter Alan Shorter. Generally, it doesn't make a big difference in quite relaxed and acoustically warm album's sound. With obvious leader, there are enough space for each participant in album's music.

It's interesting to note, that on many later album reissues track "Exhibition" was replaced by "Mephistopheles" recorded at the same session with Alan Shorter but without Bennie Maupin. Covers of many these reissues use the original track listing, what can be confusing. 2005 CD reissue contains both tracks(four songs in all).

Very much a characteristic evidence of its time, this album preserves the spirit of early free jazz era quite well and can be recommended for everyone interested in better examples of late 60s free jazz as well as fans of Marion Brown music, he sounds good here.

MR. CHAIR Better Days

Album · 2023 · Fusion
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Ah, class is in session! Forget your preconceptions at the door, my sonic scholars, because what we've got here is a masterclass in musical fusion and artistic chemistry. Today's subject? The album from the fusion whizzes, Mr. Chair—aptly named "Better Days."

Let's start with the backbone: Ben Ferris on the bass. Take a spin of "Appellation Spring," and you'll hear his bass lines doing far more than merely keeping time; they're deep in conversation with the rest of the ensemble. It's like jazz and prog-rock decided to have a tête-à-tête, and the bass is the master moderator of this harmonic debate. "Fuchsia" offers two distinct versions, like flipping a two-sided coin, each showing a different facet of Ferris' mad skills.

Moving on to the six strings on a semi-box, José Guzmán. The man is a chameleon—flitting effortlessly between genres. Take "Abandoned Cities," where his guitarwork gives the piece its ethereal quality. One minute, he's grounding the melody in "Fuchsia," and the next, he's painting an intricate solo that floats above the rhythmic foundations in "Uncanny Valley."

Mark Hetzler and his trombone, one word, describes this proverbial wizard of the musical Hogwarts, tone. "March," buzzes with his warm round sound woven intricately into the piece. Hetzler's mastery lies in his ability to oscillate between structured ensemble parts and spontaneous improvisation of equal agility and brilliance as in “Britten’s Written Rhythm.”

Never underestimate the guy on the drum stool. Mike Koszewski might be in the background, but his rhythmic insights are very much in the foreground. Just listen to the polyrhythmic brilliance in "Appellation Spring" and "Uncanny Valley," where he coordinates a verdant activity of rhythmic and textural innovations.

Last but definitely not least, the maestro on the keys, Jason Kutz. "Appellation Spring" showcases his dazzling virtuosity, ranging from jazzy runs to intricate neoclassical motifs. In the track “Better Days,” the keyboards are not just an instrument; they function as a sonic Swiss Army knife.

Eddie Barbash's saxophone in "Elegy," adding a touch of tenderness, while in "Fuchsia," he sways with the joy of a Latin virtuoso. Buzz Kemper's spoken words on "Fuchsia" show he is an oracle; his words could be the stuff of an entire term paper, relax, I said "could." His eloquent, silver-tongued philosophies are like the Socratic method for your ears, inviting us to ponder as they guide us through the ensemble's rich, layered soundscapes.

The nine tracks in "Better Days" offer us a journey through the musical multiverse. Mr. Chair transcends genres, achieving a synthesis of influences and styles that's nothing short of alchemical.

So, there you have it—an auditory syllabus on the boundless potential of genre-blending, and a lesson in how to be 'better' musicians and listeners. Class dismissed!

IIRO RANTALA Iiro Rantala & Ulf Wakenius : Good Stuff

Album · 2017 · Post-Fusion Contemporary
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Finnish pianist and composer IIRO RANTALA (b. 1970) has made an impressive discography, and in addition he has written music for several films and stage productions, especially ones made for childern. In the 90's he became known as the frontman of Trio Töykeät. The albums released under his name include both solo performances and collaborations with all kinds of musicians and ensembles. Good Stuff is an acoustic duo collaboration with the Swedish guitarist Ulf Wakenius (b. 1958), whose recording career started in 1983. Each of them has individually composed pieces named after cities, while half of the 12 tracks are arrangements of various kinds of evergreens.

'Vienna' is a happy opening piece in a fast tempo. 'Carmen' is Rantala's slow-tempo take on Bizet's opera aria, very enjoyable in its serenity. Equally beautiful and personal is the duo's arrangement of the famous 'Nessun Dorma' aria of Puccini. Playful 'Helsinki', romantically laid-back 'Palma' and angular 'Seoul' are Rantala's compositions. The rest of the city pieces are moody 'Berlin' and dramatic 'Rome' by Wakenius. It was a nice idea to be inspired by cities, as the listener can add his/her own images and ideas of them.

'What a Wonderful World' is best known as a Louis Armstrong song. The duo's version is elegant and, in the improvisatory jazz tradition, often running away from the lovely original melody. Then there's Stevie Wonder's 'Sir Duke', the soul classic 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough' and John Coltrane's 'Giant Steps'.

I think this album has a good balance between original compositions of Rantala and Wakenius and arrangements of well-known pieces from both opera world and popular music. Wakenius isn't so familiar to me, but anyone familiar with Iiro Rantala recognizes his personal style. Perhaps a little more emotional and melody-centred approach would have pleased me more on some tracks, and some electricity would have been interesting as well, so my rating is between the two existing ratings here, 3½ stars.

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PAT METHENY Imaginary Day Live

Movie · 2001 · World Fusion
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The gig date is July 1998 and the venue is not-so-ordinary stage at the Mountain Winery, Saratoga, California. The film is beautifully directed and edited by Steve Rodby, the bassist of the seven-piece group. The composition credits are shared by Metheny and keyboardist Lyle Mays. The main body of the set is from the then-latest album Imaginary Day (1997), which is one of the finest and most eclectic Pat Metheny Group albums.

On the opening solo number 'Into the Dream' Metheny plays peculiar 42-string "Pikasso" guitar that produces sounds reminiscent to kantele or zither. The group joins him on the groovy, bright & happy 'Follow Me' that features also some wordless singing from multi-instrumentalists Mark Ledford (trumpet, guitar, percussion) and Philip Hamilton (percussion, guitar). The frontman himself throws in his trade mark high-pitched guitar sound.

The 10-minute title track is an impressive example of the way this wonderful group builds exciting sonic textures and eclectic musical vocabulary without ever losing a certain positively charged accessibility and emotion. 'Heat of the Day' is a hectic piece full of percussive vitality but also a more serene pianism of Mays. Mellow 'Across the Sky' approaches a song structure in a nice way. The warm-spirited gig ends with three pieces outside of Imaginary Day. 'Message to a Friend' is a moody acoustic guitar solo.

Extra features on the 93-min. DVD include a Metheny interview, discography (featuring album covers and track lists), band member biographies, and Notes About the Album / Instrumentation / Tracks / Writing Process. Reading it all can be a bit exhausting, but in the end these extras help this DVD deserve a sincere recommendation for all fans of Pat Metheny. Musically speaking, this is one of the most enjoyable jazz/fusion live DVD's I have ever viewed.

WEATHER REPORT Live in Germany 1971

Movie · 2010 · Fusion
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Well if the world still has to find some live recording from the very first studio all-star line-up (not likely, though), at least we've got now something very close to and we can even see the quintet at work with this just-as-famous version in the form of a German TV show called the Beat Club. With only Airto Moreira gone, replaced by Brazilian countryman Um Romao, the other four being Vitous, Shorter, Mouzon and Zawinul, Weather Report embarked on this TV show adventure not knowing that Alphonse Mouzon would leave the band in a while.

As you'd expect this broadcast consisted mainly of tracks from the debut album, but some are fairly different as WR always made improvisation their force. So you'll recognize 'Umbrellas generic structure, but drafted fairly differently, not just because of Romao's constant change of percussions instruments - he's one of the visual focus of the group, who otherwise remains fairly static and even blows a flute (and later some whistles) for a short while. One of the big difference between the studio album and this broadcast is that Miroslav has taken up the electric bass (his contrabass is still very present but mainly played with a bow), thus allowing even more energy to invade the quintet's shared space. The group's steaming-hot improvised fusion is simply awesome and flows naturally from your speakers like a river of fresh lave spewing out from your volcanic woofers.

Clearly the gravitational centre of the band is Zawinul's Rhodes, but it is clear that it is the group's tightness its main force. Morning Lake is much needed breathing space, starting out slowly with Shorter's sax signalling the dawn for Romao's birdsongs. Just past that Dom pulls an Brazilian berimbau . Drummer Alphonse sings funkilly (rather well, too) a rare sung track in the closing medley, but it's will veer into the Dr Honoris Causa - later on the Body Electric album.

A while later, Mouzon would leave the band and be replaced by drummer Erik Gravatt and this line-up would go on to record Body Electric and the Tokyo concert (released in 77, but part of it in the ISTBE album) and in the process become the definitive line-up of the Vitous- era Weather Report But for now, this German TV broadcast is an inestimable witness of the group's almost original line-up, and is just as essential as their debut album, the Tokyo concert or Body Electric.Too bad it's relatively short, though. Run for this baby...

MEDESKI MARTIN AND WOOD Fly In A Bottle

Movie · 2011 · Eclectic Fusion
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“Fly in a Bottle” is a documentary that follows Medeski, Martin and Wood while they are on tour developing the music that will become “Radiolarians”, as well as some of the recording sessions for that same album. The music on here is excellent, MM&W have a come a long way over the years. They were always a talented band from the start, but their confidence has grown. The funky tunes are funkier than ever, and the psychedelic jazz-rock tunes are more powerful, imaginative and original. Almost any music fan might enjoy watching their concerts and even some of their recording sessions, but a lot of the rest of this DVD is for hardcore fans only.

Along with the footage of MM&W playing music, you also get a lot of footage of them on tour visiting ecological tourist spots and talking, hanging out etc, which is where I think a lot of non-fans will probably start losing interest. They seem like nice sincere guys, but they aren’t particularly entertaining or charismatic, which is often the case with nice sincere guys. There are also some artsy short videos that follow the main feature, some more entertaining than others. Fans of MM&W may want to pick this up, it’s a well-made video and the music is excellent, but non-fans may find this lacking in substance in places.

DIXIE DREGS Live At The Montreaux Jazz Festival

Movie · 2005 · Fusion
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This was the Dixie Dregs lineup that I first come to know live and otherwise. The Montreaux Jazz Festival performance was used for side two of the LP Night of the Living Dregs. I had no idea the concert was filmed. This represents the band at their prime. Keyboardist Mark Parrish, would soon be replaced by T Lavitz, who is a better keyboard player, but this as this performance testifies, he was no slouch either. Oddly enough, the back cover of this DVD shows a band picture with the original keyboardist from Freefall, Steve Davidowski (guess there was only room for one Steve in this band). Steve Morse was at his most inspired around this time, even though he has certainly grown in skill over the years.

The set list is a little disappointing as it lacks some of the prime cuts from What If (Night Meets Light, Odyssey, Travel Tunes, What If), but I'm not complaining. Now I have something more than just memories of the many Dregs shows I saw back then. It is more of a forward looking set which includes Attila The Hun, that didn't show up on an album until three years later. Also of note, but of less interest to progressive rock fans, is the bluegrass style ditty, Kathreen, never released on a regular album, but only showed up on their demo album, The Great Spectacular, from 1975. If you have a copy of that album, you have something rare, indeed.

Thrown in for bonus are two live TV appearances, one on American Can'tstand (Bandstand) and one on Don Kirschner's Rock Concert. On the former, you get to see them both try out a vocalist, in an attempt to appeal to a more mainstream audience, and with Mark O'Connor, who only played with them for one album, but a few great live shows before the band disbanded for a few years.

As great as the band studio albums were, the live shows took things to an even higher level. Now you can see what you missed, unless you didn't.

JOHN MCLAUGHLIN Abstract Logix Live! / The New Universe Music Festival 2010

Movie · 2011 · Fusion
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Abstract Logix’s New Universe Festival of 2010 was probably one of the more significant fusion concerts in recent history, and it is all captured in excellent form on this concert video. Many of the top names in current fusion are here and what a great varied and colorful approach they all bring to this music that will always be associated with its 70s roots. Ranjit Barot fuses fusion with Indian flavors and orchestral music, Human Element bring back the beautiful noise and chaos that has been absent since the early days of jazz-rock, Wayne Krantz takes on the modern NYC flavor with his harsh jarring free funk, Jimmy Herring plays sentimental, sometimes delicate, progressive rock flavored fusion, and of course the great John McLaughlin rounds it all up with high speed post bop mixed with funk and contemporary fusion. Every single performance is top notch and very convincing in letting us know that there is still plenty of life left in this sometimes maligned genre.

The music on here is great, but the video itself is even better. Its amazing how far concert videos have come over the years. This one is clear as a bell and features lots of accurate close-ups of the musicians as they display their virtuoso skills. They say that fusion is a musician’s music, if that is the case, then this video is a great learning tool for the aspiring player. Much of the footage on here goes right to the source and features the musician’s hands as they work their scales and fret boards. Any aspiring fusionist can pick up a lifetime of high speed licks and extended technique by studying this video and even stop-starting it it frame by frame. Long gone are the days of vague camera angles from way far away and pointless shots of musicians grimacing while they play, this video is all about accuracy and showing you exactly how this music goes down. This is a spirited and enthusiastic concert and highly recommended for fans of modern fusion.

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