Gary Husband – A Meeting Of Spirits (2017) [Qobuz FLAC 24bit/44,1kHz]

Gary Husband has been at the forefront of the international jazz scene for many years. He is that rare breed: a musician equally fluent in expression, and internationally lauded, on two instruments, in this case, drums and keyboard. Gary’s latest album, “A Meeting of Spirits” is an innovative re-interpretation of the music of legendary guitarist, bandleader and composer John McLaughlin that in many ways demonstrates the totality of Husband’s multifaceted talent.

This album unfolds as a striking examination of music composed by a guitar master and jazz legend through a “pianistic” lens. Gary Husband took on the challenge of breaking down some of the most challenging and complex electric music ever recorded, and distilling its core harmonies, motifs and rhythms, then applying the whole of a grand piano – as both a percussive and melodic vehicle – to carry the listener on a deep and epic journey based on John McLaughlin’s compositions. Fans of the Mahavishnu Orchestra and John McLaughlin will find this a fascinating musical adventure – fans of solo works by Keith Jarrett will be compelled by an exciting, younger voice.

Tracklist:
01 – Spirits Opening
02 – A Meeting of Spirits
03 – Vision Is a Naked Sword
04 – Are You the One
05 – Maya Prologue
06 – The Dance of Maya
07 – It’s Funny
08 – Lotus Feet Reflections
09 – Celestial Terrestrial Commuters
10 – Jazz Jungle (Excerpt)
11 – Joyful
12 – Song for My Mother
13 – Alap
14 – Lotus Feet (Reprise)
15 – Earth Bound Hearts
16 – Development and Closing

Recorded on a Yamaha C3 at NuCool Studio, London, November 9 & 10, 2005.
Recording engineer: Toby Wood. Mixed by Toby Wood & Gary Husband at North Seven Studios, London, April 13 & 14, 2017.
Mastered by Andrew Tulloch at The Blue Studio, London, June 27, 2017.

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