JOHN McLAUGHLIN : BELO HORIZONTE [WEA - ESP 1981] LP

John McLaughlin "Belo Horizonte"  LP

(Wea)  1981 made in Spain

cat. num. S 90.469

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Belo Horizonte4:26La Baleine5:54Very Early (Homage To Bill Evans)1:10One Melody6:25Stardust On Your Sleeve5:59Waltz For Katia3:23Zamfir5:43Manitas D'Oro (For Paco De Lucia)4:11

Recorded in 1981, this is a diverse and somewhat obscure John McLaughlin outing recorded in France, mostly with French musicians. Classical pianist Katia Labèque makes appearances on acoustic piano and synthesizer; there is a thoughtful version of "Very Early" recorded in tribute to Bill Evans, and a collaboration with flamenco guitarist Paco de Lucía, "Manitas d'Oro." In general, McLaughlin is in fine shape on this worthwhile set, both on acoustic and electric guitars, occasionally showing some fire.