My guitar teacher John Shaffer has found a musical soul mate in fellow guitarist Dino Rhelos. I love how they give each other space (which is a challenge since they are both aggessive players). I enjoy the comping as much as the solos.
Tags: Dino Rhelos, guitar duo, John ShafferJust discovered this little gem from 1979, the Trio of Doom. Basically a one-concert get together between John McLaughlin, Jaco Pastorius and Tony Williams. Here is a free listen to The Dark Prince (originally recorded on McLaughlin’s Electric Dreams Electric Sighs).
Tags: Cuba, Jaco Pastorius, John McLaughlin, Tony Williams, Trio of Doom
Is it just me? I think Clapton’s best work as a player was Bluesbreakers through Cream. At this point in his playing he seemed to be taking risks, really pushing the envelope. There was feel. From that point on, while he is no doubt a phenomenal technical player, I just don’t feel it. Even his forays back to the blues seem a bit too, well, perfect. As various old recordings come to light of the Bluesbreaker/Cream days, I am reminded of that energy, that being in the moment that seemed so visceral. I love Eric from those days.
Tags: Eric Clapton, influence, review