Herbie Hancock is a Jazz pianist who has played with Miles Davis and made a big splash on the Billboard charts in the 1970s with his numerous Jazz albums on Columbia Records. During this same period, Herbie recorded seven albums for Columbia that were released only in Japan. DIRECTSTEP was originally issued in 1979 and features Alphonse Mouzon and Bennie Maupin.
Recorded Oct 17 & 18, 1978 at CBS/SONY Studio, Japan
Originally released in 1979.
"Directstep" is a groundbreaking album by jazz legend Herbie Hancock, released in 1979 and now available on CD from Wounded Bird. This innovative record showcases Hancock's pioneering use of electronic instruments, blending jazz fusion with funk and futuristic sounds. Featuring standout tracks like "Butterfly," "Shiftless Shuffle," and "I Thought It Was You," the album captures Hancock at his creative peak during an era of musical exploration. The CD reissue by Wounded Bird ensures that both longtime fans and new listeners can experience this essential piece of jazz history with excellent sound quality.
Herbie Hancock is one of the most influential figures in modern music, known for his work as a pianist, composer, and bandleader. He gained fame as part of Miles Davis?s Second Great Quintet before launching a successful solo career marked by classic albums such as "Head Hunters" and hits like ?Chameleon? and ?Rockit.? His contributions have earned him multiple Grammy Awards and cemented his legacy as a trailblazer in jazz, funk, R&B, and beyond.
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