1: Soul Intro / The Chicken (8:00) 2: Continuum (2:34) 3: Invitation (17:43) 4: Three Views Of A Secret (5:56) 5: Liberty City (8:11) 6: Punk Jazz (4:35) 7: Happy Birthday (1:48) 8: Reza (10:36) 9: Domingo (5:39) 10: Band Intros (2:37) 11: Amerika (1:43)
Extra-Infos:
Recorded Live 1981, Prod. By Peter Erskine
Description:
2014 limited edition Japanese pressing 24 bit remaster. Warner.
?1995 WEA International Inc.
Manufactured & distributed by Warner Music Japan Inc.
Recorded December 1, 1981, at Mr. Pip's, Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
Remixed March 15-17, 1995, at The Hit Factory, New York City.
24-bit Digital Remastering
"Birthday Concert" on CD captures Jaco Pastorius at the height of his creative powers in a rare and electrifying live performance. Recorded at a celebratory concert, this album showcases his revolutionary fretless bass playing, breathtaking solos and inventive arrangements, ranging from driving jazz-fusion grooves to lyrical, harmonically rich passages. The recording conveys the immediacy and energy of the stage: you can hear the dynamic interplay with the band, the spontaneous improvisations and the unmistakable presence that made Pastorius one of the most influential bassists in music history. The CD format offers clear, detailed sound that lets you appreciate the nuances of his tone, phrasing and rhythmic precision, making it an essential listening experience for fans of jazz, fusion and virtuoso bass playing. Warner presents this release with the care and production quality the label is known for, ensuring a balanced mix and a presentation that respects the character of the original concert. As one of the most established international music companies, Warner has a long-standing reputation for bringing important live recordings and landmark albums to a broad audience, combining technical expertise with a deep catalog of influential artists. Jaco Pastorius is widely regarded as a pioneering figure of the electric bass in jazz and fusion. Rising to worldwide acclaim through his work with Weather Report and his groundbreaking solo recordings, he redefined the role of the bass from accompanying instrument to lead voice. His virtuosic technique, melodic sensibility and innovative use of harmonics and fretless slides inspired generations of musicians. Pastorius's legacy includes genre-defining albums, legendary live performances and a lasting influence that still shapes modern bass playing and contemporary jazz.
Modern
32.382
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