Product details
- Label ECM Records
- Artist Pat Metheny
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 1977
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed No
- Media Condition Near Mint (NM)
- Sleeve Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Condition: Used
Media Condition: Near Mint (NM)
Sleeve Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Watercolors by Pat Metheny.
Pat Metheny navigated jazz fusion's emergence while staying true to artistic vision.
Musical Analysis:
Pat Metheny leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
"Watercolors," released by Pat Metheny on ECM Records, stands as a testament to the exquisite fusion of jazz harmonies and ambient textures that define Metheny's unique musical vision. This album, which debuted in 1977, beautifully encapsulates the essence of Metheny's artistry through lush compositions and ethereal soundscapes, inviting listeners on an auditory journey that feels both intimate and grand. The unique interplay between Metheny's guitar work and the ensemble's nuanced arrangements creates shimmering layers of sound, evoking vivid imagery akin to a painter delicately brushing colors onto a canvas. Each track unfolds with a captivating sense of movement, making the experience of listening to "Watercolors" not just a passive enjoyment, but an immersive adventure that engages the senses.
Moreover, "Watercolors" is distinguished by its innovative approach to instrumentation and orchestration. Metheny, alongside his collaborators, artfully blends acoustic and electric elements, crafting a sonorous landscape that is as much about the spaces between notes as
Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
A1. Watercolors
A2. Icefire
A3. Oasis
A4. Lakes
B1. River Quay
B2. Florida Greeting Song
B3. Legend Of The Fountain
B4. Sea Song
Credits:
Eberhard Weber - Bass
Pat Metheny - Composed By, Guitar, Twelve-String Guitar, Harp Guitar [15-String]
Danny Gottlieb - Drums
Jan Erik Kongshaug - Engineer
Dieter Bonhorst - Layout
Lajos Keresztes - Photography By [Cover Photograph]
Lyle Mays - Piano
Manfred Eicher - Producer
Notes:
Recorded 02/77 Talent Studio Oslo
"P" in runout denotes Pitman pressing
Runouts are etched except 'P, MASTERDISK' & trailing letters/numbers are stamped.
Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Pat Metheny
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: ECM Records
Catalog Number: ECM-1-1097
Release Year: 1977
Country: United States
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