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John McLaughlin - The Heart of Things (RESUBIDO)

By this 1997 recording, John McLaughlin seemed far from the searing drive and intergalactic quest for Nirvana of his Mahavishnu Orchestra. But was he? Less youthfully optimistic, sure. At its heart, this music projects both mature contemplation and foreboding intensity. McLaughlin remains, undoubtedly, a giant master of supercharged single-note runs. His compositions' structures still emphasize braided interaction among the players, which his outfit here achieves to startling effect. Drummer Dennis Chambers is crucial. His shifting pace, color, and emphasis are charged with an astonishing authority and reserves of muscularity. That permits the band to dart and charge at one moment, then pause to float. In the open spaces, hornman Gary Thomas is at his anxious best, while keyboard giant Jim Beard grooves delightedly. --Peter Monaghan

Tracklist:

1. Acid Jazz	Listen	Listen
2. Seven Sisters	Listen	Listen
3. Mr. D.C.	Listen	Listen
4. Fallen Angels	Listen	Listen
5. Healing Hands	Listen	Listen
6. When Love Is Far Away	Listen	Listen

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Various Artists - Guitar Visions (2006)

18 tracks selected by Bireli Lagrene pay tribute to jazz guitarists. Includes selections from Barney Kessel, Django Reinhardt, Charlie Christian, John McLaughlin, Bireli himself, and others. Features "Minor Swing," "Bolero," "Isn't She Lovely," "La Vuelta," and more.

Tracklist:

1. Isn't She Lovely - Sylvain Luc	Listen	Listen
2. Bei Dir Was Es Immer So Schon - Birell Lagrene	Listen	Listen
3. Mundi - Tomatito	Listen	Listen
4. A Foggy Day - Barney Kessel	Listen	Listen
5. Truly Your Friend - Lucky Peterson	Listen	Listen
6. Bouncing Around (Rhythm In G Minor) - Django Reinhardt	Listen	Listen
7. La Vuelta - Luis Salinas	Listen	Listen
8. Minor Swing - Birell Lagrene	Listen	Listen
9. Summer Night - Philip Catherine	Listen	Listen
10. Eraldi - Sylvain Luo Trio Sud	Listen	Listen
11. Bolero - Charlie Haden	Listen	Listen
12. Vivaldi Tribute - Patrick Rondat	Listen	Listen
13. Si Tu Savels - Django Reinhardt	Listen	Listen
14. Mojo - Sylvain Luo	Listen	Listen
15. Swing To Bop (Charlie's Choice) (Topey) - Charlie Christian	Listen	Listen
16. Tones For Elvin - John McLaughlin	Listen	Listen
17. Recuerdos De La Alhambra - Sylvain Luc Trio Sud	Listen	Listen

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