Larry Coryell's 'Electric' is a captivating 57-minute jazz odyssey, released on 1 January 2001 via Chesky Records. This mesmerising album showcases Coryell's mastery of jazz fusion, smooth jazz, and traditional jazz, blending genres with effortless ease.
The tracklist is a testament to Coryell's eclectic taste, featuring an array of covers and original compositions, including 'Wolfbane', 'Bb Blues', 'So What', 'Sex Machine', 'Black Dog', 'Footprints', 'Born Under a Bad Sign', 'Lowblow', and 'Rhapsody and Blues'. Each song is a reflection of Coryell's boundless creativity and his ability to reimagine classic tunes through his unique lens.
Throughout 'Electric', Larry Coryell's virtuosic guitar playing takes centre stage, weaving a rich tapestry of sound that is both sophisticated and accessible. With its seamless blend of jazz styles, this album is sure to delight fans of the genre and leave a lasting impression on all who experience it. As a true jazz legend, Larry Coryell has created an album that is at once a showcase for his incredible talent and a loving tribute to the music that has inspired him throughout his career.
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