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| Details / Tracklist: |
 01. "Quadrant 4" 02. "Searching For The Right Door" 03. "Spectrum" 04. "Anxiety" 05. "Taurian Matador" 06. "Stratus" 07. "To The Women In My Life" 08. "Le Lis" 09. "Snoopy's Search" 10. "Red Baron"
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 | | Description: | 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) - On tray card:
?©1973 WEA International Inc., a Warner Music Group Company.
Manufactured in the E.U.
Inside booklet:
Recorded at Electric Lady Studios, New York, N.Y.
Remixed at Trident Studios, London, England.
On disc:
?1973 WEA International Inc., a Warner Music Group Company.
Manufactured & distributed by Warner Music Japan Inc., a Warner Music Group Company.
Made in the E.U."Spectrum" is the groundbreaking debut solo album by jazz-fusion drummer Billy Cobham, here presented in the classic CD format by Rhino. Originally released in 1973, this recording is widely regarded as one of the cornerstones of jazz-rock fusion, admired for its explosive drumming, virtuosic interplay and adventurous compositions. Across its tracks, "Spectrum" blends jazz improvisation with rock intensity and funk grooves, creating a sound that is both technically dazzling and deeply soulful. The album is celebrated for its tight arrangements, powerful rhythmic drive and the way it opened new possibilities for electric jazz in the 1970s. For fans of fusion, progressive rock and advanced drumming, this CD remains an essential, timeless reference work.
Billy Cobham, known for his work with the Mahavishnu Orchestra and as a session great, is one of the most influential drummers in modern music. His precise yet explosive style, mastery of odd meters and pioneering use of double bass drums have inspired generations of drummers in jazz, rock and beyond. With "Spectrum" he stepped firmly into the spotlight as a bandleader and composer, proving that he was not only a remarkable sideman but a visionary architect of sound. The album's success helped cement Cobham's status as a fusion icon and contributed to his long-standing reputation as one of the genre's true innovators.
This edition by Rhino underscores the label's reputation for high-quality reissues and carefully curated catalog titles. Rhino is known for treating musical milestones with respect: well-mastered audio, attention to detail and informative, collector-friendly releases are central to their approach. Their catalog spans classic rock, soul, jazz, pop and more, focusing on iconic albums that have shaped popular music history. With this CD release of "Spectrum," Rhino once again highlights a landmark recording, offering both long-time admirers and new listeners a definitive way to experience Billy Cobham's classic album. | | | No. of tracks: |
10 |
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8122795715 |
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Warner Music
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