Jean-Luc Ponty Discography
While the world probably could have used another jazz-fusion guitarist, what it really needed was a jazz-fusion violinist, a point that Ponty embodied.
While the world probably could have used another jazz-fusion guitarist, what it really needed was a jazz-fusion violinist, a point that Ponty embodied.
The novelty of a jazz quartet led by a violinist notwithstanding, this is standard bop played by a competent group of Europeans.
Ponty was flown into the US to record this album with George Duke and Gerald Wilson, but the performances feel dialed in.
Jean-Luc and Duke play an electrified set at the psychedelicized Sunset Strip spot, Thee Experience.
A mindblender of jazz, classical and rock music that stands as one of the greatest albums of the twentieth century.
The low-budget seduction of a classical/jazz violinist and an ad hoc orchestra.
Elton’s platinum-selling #1 hit, recorded in the (in)famous Chateau d’Herouville.
The album that kicked off (kind of) a commercial renaissance for Frank Zappa.
Ponty left Mahavishnu for a view of his own, releasing the first of many excellent jazz fusion albums.
Ponty’s most proggy adventure to date, featuring past/future members of Frank Zappa, Genesis and Jethro Tull.
More smooth sailing in the sea of fusion with a re-tooled band that now included a couple of Duke/Zappa associates.
On a scale of 1 to 10, this Ocean’s an eleven.
Jean-Luc Ponty continues to plumb his pleasant brand of fusion on Cosmic Messenger, keeping at its core the tight, circular patterns found in…
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