1: Narodziny / Birthday (10:05) 2: Taniec Maryny / Maryna's Dance (3:30) 3: Bez Powrotu / Without Return (2:40) 4: Podró? W Góry / A Journey To The Mountains (3:50) 5: Siódemka / The Seven (6:55) 6: Szcz??liwy Nieszcz??liwiec / The Lucky Unlucky Man (4:07) 7: Blues For Everybody (5:45) 8: Hengelo, Almelo, Deventer (3:20)
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Recorded in Warsaw, 1976
Remastered from original master tapes
"Birthday (Polish Jazz)" is a remarkable CD release by the acclaimed Polish jazz fusion band Extra Ball, produced under the renowned Jazz label. This album stands as a testament to the innovative spirit of Poland?s jazz scene in the late 1970s and early 1980s, blending elements of traditional jazz with progressive rock influences. The tracks on "Birthday" showcase intricate compositions, virtuosic improvisations, and dynamic interplay between instruments?hallmarks of Extra Ball's signature style. Founded by guitarist Jarek ?mietana in 1974, Extra Ball quickly rose to prominence within Eastern Europe?s music circles for their technical prowess and creative arrangements. Over their career, they released several influential albums that helped shape modern Polish jazz. The manufacturer behind this release, Jazz (often associated with Polskie Nagrania), has played a pivotal role in documenting and promoting Polish jazz talent since its inception?supporting legendary artists and ensuring high-quality productions that have reached audiences worldwide.