The Mahavishnu Orchestra was one of the true pioneers of jazz/fusion as was their leader, visionary guitar icon John Mclaughlin. This collection (Visions of an inner mounting apocalypse: A fusion guitar tribute) features stellar performances by some of today's greatest guitar talents including: John Abercrombie, Warren Haynes, Jimmy Herring, Mike Stern, Steve Lukather, Steve Morse, Greg Howe, Frank Gambale, Jeff Richman and Dave "Fuze" Fiuczynski. Backed by an incredible band featuring Vinnie Colaiuta, Kai Eckhardt and Mitch Foreman.
Visions of an inner mounting apocalypse (2005)
Various artists (Tone Center/Mascot Records, 40402)
Tracklist
- Birds of Fire (John McLaughlin)
- Can't stand your funk (John McLaughlin)
- Celestial terrestrial commuters (John McLaughlin)
- Meeting of the spirits (John McLaughlin)
- Jazz (John McLaughlin)
- Dawn (John McLaughlin)
- Lila's dance (John McLaughlin)
- Faith (John McLaughlin)
- Dance of Maya (John McLaughlin)
- Follow your heart (John McLaughlin)
Credits
John Abercrombie - guitar
Vinnie Colaiuta - drums
Kai Eckhardt - bass
David Fiuczynski guitar
Mitchel Forman - synthesizer, keyboards
Frank Gambale - guitar
Jerry Goodman - violin
Warren Haynes - guitar
Jimmy Herring - guitar
Greg Howe - guitar
Steve Lukather - guitar (1)
Steve Morse - guitar
Jeff Richman - guitar, arranger, pProducer
Mike Stern - guitar