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  | MIKE STERN ~ ALL OVER THE PLACE
HEADS UP 33186 ~ USA ~ Jazz-Rock Fusion
Recorded: 2011 - 2012 Released: 2012
Some musicians simply can´t go wrong, and guitarist / composer Mike SternFind albums by this artist is certainly one of them. Decades of superb performances, composing and recording albums produced an incredible volume of music, which is always first rate and stays fresh, vibrant and eternally uplifting. This, his 17th album as a leader, is another of those wonderful albums that are simply perfect in what they are. It includes eleven new Stern original compositions, performed by an incredible all star band and guest artists, which reads like the who´s who of American Jazz and Fusion.
In time Stern managed to work out a formula, which works perfectly. His compositions combine great melodies with catchy licks and funky groove, but maintain incredibly high aesthetic standard and intelligent arrangements. The level of musicianship and stellar performances make the entire package irresistible. Stern´s Fusion is always an amalgam of the good old Blues roots with modern electric Funk and of course deep respect for the Jazz tradition.
The list of the performers on this album is really very long, so here are just a few of the better known names: trumpeter Randy BreckerFind albums by this artist, saxophonists Kenny GarrettFind albums by this artist and Bob MalachFind albums by this artist, keyboardist Jim BeardFind albums by this artist, bassists Anthony JacksonFind albums by this artist, Will LeeFind albums by this artist and Dave HollandFind albums by this artist, drummers Dave WecklFind albums by this artist and Al FosterFind albums by this artist and many others. His wife, guitarist Leni SternFind albums by this artist, also makes a rare guest appearance.
Fusion enthusiasts and Stern fans alike need absolutely no encouragement to grab this gem immediately. If anybody on this planet is still unfamiliar with his music, perhaps now is the time to remedy the situation. This album smokes!
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  | VARIOUS ARTISTS ~ COME TOGETHER-GUITAR TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES VOL.1
NYC 6004 ~ USA ~ Jazz
The music of the Beatles is often an ispiration for Jazz artists, and this tribute album features some of the best guitar players ever, just read the names and drool: Mark WhitfieldFind albums by this artist, Toninho HortaFind albums by this artist, Ralph TownerFind albums by this artist, Steve KhanFind albums by this artist, Zachary BreauxFind albums by this artist, Adrian BelewFind albums by this artist, John AbercrombieFind albums by this artist, Allan HoldsworthFind albums by this artist, Leni SternFind albums by this artist & Larry CoryellFind albums by this artist.
| | Updated: 09/11/2024Posted: | CD 1 Recommend To A Friend |
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