Cobham's debut record after making a name for himself collaborating with Miles Davis and the Mahavishnu Orchestra remains a remarkable moment in progressive jazz. "Stratus" would later be sampled on Massive Attack's "Safe From Harm" and featured in Grand Theft Auto IV radio.
(Original RD: October 1973) - 180GR./GATEFOLD SLEEVE
180 gram vinyl in a gatefold sleeve. Billy Cobham is one of the greatest jazz-fusion drummers from the last decades. Shortly after he left the band Mahavishnu Orchestra he released his debut solo album Spectrum.
"Spectrum" is the groundbreaking debut solo album by legendary jazz fusion drummer Billy Cobham, originally released in 1973 and now available as a high-quality LP from Music On Vinyl. This record is celebrated for its innovative blend of jazz, rock, and funk elements, featuring virtuosic performances by an all-star lineup including Tommy Bolin on guitar and Jan Hammer on keyboards. "Spectrum" stands out for tracks like "Quadrant 4" and "Stratus," which have become classics in the fusion genre. The album's dynamic rhythms, intricate compositions, and electrifying solos showcase Cobham?s extraordinary drumming prowess.
Billy Cobham is widely regarded as one of the most influential drummers in modern music history. He gained fame with his work alongside Miles Davis during the early days of jazz fusion before co-founding Mahavishnu Orchestra with John McLaughlin?a group that redefined progressive jazz-rock throughout the 1970s. As a solo artist, Cobham has released numerous acclaimed albums and collaborated with legends such as George Duke and Stanley Clarke.
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