(Fusion) Abraham Laboriel - Dear Friends - 1993 (Bonus Tracks Edition), FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

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REM GENRE Jazz
REM DATE 1993
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A fine effort by a true master. As a well established sessionist Abe Laboriel is a legend in his own right. His versatility is evident by the spectrum of artists he has worked with, however a solo album has been a long time coming. "Dear Friends" is a fabulous showcase of that talent asserting itself in the arena of intelligent jazz. Though lacking in the kind of bass-driven melodies heard in albums by other bass greats like John Pattiticci and Victor Wooten, this album is very well thought out in it's use of the bass as an instrument that undergirds each compositions. Highly recommended for the serious jazz listener and bassist alike. Eagerly awaiting his next solo album.

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Abraham's name appears in hundreds and hundreds of albums from all kinds of musics, Jazz, Funk, Rock, Gospel, Instrumentals, R&B, Disco etc. etc. and that's exactly what you get in this album, pure quality, variety and super skills; It's unfortunate to read reviews like the one posted here by someone who does not understand a great artist's work and probably expected a milkshake. Abraham as well as his long-time partners Justo Almario and Alex Acuña are top-notch instrumentalists. Please do yourself a favor and purchase this CD, you'll be glad you did.

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It is music by Abraham Laboriel. There is no more that need be stated. I have never heard and/or seen him perform anything less than superb. I will not in graphic details concerning his music because any serious musician has heard of him, especially bass guitar players. A nice addition to my collection of cds.

Abraham Laboriel, Sr. (vocals, guitar, acoustic guitar); Al Jarreau, Philip Bailey (vocals); Dean Parks, Larry Carlton, Paul Jackson, Jr. (guitar); Justo Almario (saxophone, alto saxophone); Ernie Watts (saxophone); Greg Mathieson (piano, keyboards); Dave Grusin, Joe Sample (piano); Don Grusin, Frank Zottolik (keyboards); Alex Acuсa (drums, percussion); Abe Laboriel, Jr., Jim Keltner, Steve Gadd (drums); Luis Conte (percussion); Casey Young (programming); Clydene Jackson Edwards, Darlene Koldenhoven , Bill Champlain, Tamara Champlain, Kate Markowitz, Morgan Ames, Bill Champlin, Carmen Twillie (background vocals).
Recorded at Ocean Way and Studio 56, Los Angeles, California.