Billy Cobham Spectrum

Billy Cobham - Fruit From The Loom (2007) {Billy Cobham Self-released}

Billy Cobham - Fruit From The Loom (2007) {Billy Cobham Self-released}
EAC rip (secure mode) | FLAC (tracks)+CUE+LOG -> 420 Mb | MP3 @320 -> 151 Mb
Full Artwork @ 300 dpi (jpg) -> 26 Mb | 5% repair rar
© 2007 Billy Cobham Self-released | [none]
Jazz / Fusion / Jazz Funk / Drums

Musicians team are impressive, including great Brian Auger ( and in some places you can hear his excellent keyboard sound), bassist Victor Bailey ( ex -Weather Report), big brass section and team of african drummers. Some Cobham old great compositions are included as well (Zanzeebar Dreams, Spectrum and Crosswinds). So, problem is not musicians or musical material, the problem is music itself.
Billy Cobham - Tales From The Skeleton Coast (2014) {Creative MultiMedia}

Billy Cobham - Tales From The Skeleton Coast (2014) {Creative MultiMedia}
EAC 1.0b2 | FLAC tracks level 8 | Cue+Log+M3U | Full Scans 400dpi | 454MB + 5% Recovery
MP3 CBR 320 Kbps | 158MB + 5% Recovery
Genre: Fusion

Today marks the 70th birthday of one of the greatest drummers of this, or any generation; the remarkable Billy Cobham. From his earliest recordings with Horace Silver, Miles Davis and Milt Jackson, to his scintillating and seminal work with John McLaughlin's Mahavishnu Orchestra, keyboardist George Duke, and his own groups, like Culture Mix, Asere and the Spectrum 40; Cobham has thrilled audiences around the world by bringing his incomparable talents as a composer, drummer, and producer to the forefront of jazz, rock, fusion and world music. His latest effort is the eagerly awaited "Tales from the Skeleton Coast", part 3 of a series dedicated to his Panamanian parents.

Billy Cobham - Shabazz (1974) [Re-Up]  Music

Posted by tiburon at April 30, 2017
Billy Cobham - Shabazz (1974) [Re-Up]

Billy Cobham - Shabazz (1974)
EAC 0.99pb4 | FLAC tracks level 8 | Cue+Log+M3U | Full Scans 300dpi | 230MB + 5% Recovery
Genre: Fusion, Post-Bop, Jazz-Funk

Shabazz captures Cobham's Total Eclipse band in a live setting, and contains two originals, "Shabazz" and "Tenth Pin." The other two songs, "Taurian Matador" and "Red Baron," which debuted on Cobham's classic recording, Spectrum, are given an impressive update. All of the songs are blowing sessions allowing each musician ample time to develop their ideas. Cobham attacks his drums with a vengeance on the introduction to "Shabazz" and on his powerful solo for "Tenth Pin." This is a good, old-fashioned blowing session that captures one of Cobham's best bands at their peak.

Billy Cobham - Flight Time (1980) {Inak}  Music

Posted by tiburon at May 7, 2017
Billy Cobham - Flight Time (1980) {Inak}

Billy Cobham - Flight Time (1980) {Inak}
EAC 0.99pb4 | FLAC tracks level 8 | Cue+Log+M3U | Full Scans 300dpi | 225MB + 5% Recovery
MP3 CBR 320 Kbps | 114MB + 5% Recovery
Genre: Jazz, Fusion

A lesser known Cobham recording that has only been available in the U.S. as an import. Cobham also seems to push guitarists to new heights (i.e. Tommy Bolin, John Abercrombie, John Scofield) and does so here with Barry Finnerty. Their interaction on the tune "Flight Time" is reminiscent of Cobham/Bolin on Spectrum. Yet, despite the intensity and chops of Finnerty and Cobham, this session is remarkably restrained thanks in large part to the thoughtful playing of keyboarist Don Grolnick. There is a definite sense of a band here, rather than just a collection of all-stars playing Billy Cobham songs; in fact, the only Cobham retread is "Antares" (from Magic). Whether it is Don Grolnick's piano solo on "6 Persimmons" or his opening duet with Barry Finnerty on "Princess," Cobham should get just as much credit for what he did not play.

VA - Funkin' The Ghetto (2000) {Kent Soul} **[RE-UP]**  Music

Posted by TestTickles at Aug. 31, 2019
VA - Funkin' The Ghetto (2000) {Kent Soul} **[RE-UP]**

VA - Funkin' The Ghetto (2000) {Kent Soul}
MP3 CBR 320kbps | RAR | 166 mb
Genre: R&B, soul, funk, jazz

Funkin' The Ghetto is a 2000 compilation CD released by Kent Soul. It explores the soul, R&B, and funk within the Atlantic Records' vaults.

John McLaughlin - The Essential (2007)  Music

Posted by tirexiss at March 13, 2024
John McLaughlin - The Essential (2007)

John McLaughlin - The Essential (2007)
EAC | FLAC (image+.cue, log) - 980 MB | MP3 (CBR 320 kbps) - 399 MB | Covers Included | 02:36:08
Genre: Jazz, Fusion | Label: Columbia | Catalog: 06831

While it would be utterly foolish to consider a two-disc set by guitarist John McLaughlin as anything other than a sample of the wildly diverse career he's enjoyed since the early '60s, it should be noted and underscored that what Legacy does with this set is to provide a solid look at not only the man's gifts but at the way he's employed them, exploited them, and let them get the best of him for the past 40-plus years.

Hubert Laws - Morning Star (1972) [Reissue 2010]  Music

Posted by gribovar at April 16, 2023
Hubert Laws - Morning Star (1972) [Reissue 2010]

Hubert Laws - Morning Star (1972) [Reissue 2010]
XLD Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 196 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 84 MB | Covers - 12 MB
Genre: Jazz, Crossover Jazz | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Sony Music (88697 76833 2)

After the success of 1970's Afro-Classic, Hubert Laws re-teamed with arranger/conductor Don Sebesky for 1972's Morning Star, his third date for producer Creed Taylor's CTI. Laws' sidemen for the date included Ron Carter on bass, Bob James on electric piano, Billy Cobham and Ralph McDonald on drums, guitarist John Tropea, and vibraphonist/percussionist Dave Friedman. Rather than follow up Afro-Classic with another program of primarily classical numbers, Taylor, Laws, and Sebesky employed a large string, wind, and brass ensemble and went to the pop-jazz side of the spectrum. The title track of this gorgeous set is a laid-back, lilting jazz tune with Laws' flute introducing the melody, followed by a tight, economical yet lengthy and expressive James solo and the winds flowing in momentarily before the brass explodes into a gorgeous swing before disappearing again very quickly…
David Sancious & Tone - Transformation (The Speed of Love) (1976/2014)

David Sancious & Tone - Transformation (The Speed of Love) (1976/2014)
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue, log) ~ 251.99 Mb | 40:07 | Scans included
Fusion, Jazz-Rock | Country: USA | Label: Esoteric Recordings - ECLEC 2458

Most music fans know of multi-instrumentalist and composer David Sancious as an early keyboardist/arranger for Bruce Springsteen, or his work as a sideman with Sting, Peter Gabriel, Bryan Ferry, Jack Bruce, Erykah Badu, Michael Franks, Santana, Youssou N'Dour, Hall & Oates, Aretha Franklin, Zucchero, and many others. Transformation (The Speed of Love) is Sancious' second album for Epic.
Return To Forever feat. Chick Corea - Where Have I Known You Before (1974) & No Mystery (1975) [2CD] [2008, Remastered]

Return To Forever feat. Chick Corea - Where Have I Known You Before (1974) & No Mystery (1975) [2008]
Jazz, Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Jazz-Rock | EAC Rip | FLAC, Tracks+CUE+LOG+Scans (JPEG) | 01:24:33 h. | 587,34 Mb
Label: Polydor Records/BGO Records (UK) | Cat.# BGOCD799 | Released: 2008-04-29 (1974/1975)

Jazz pianist Chick Corea established his reputation as a Miles Davis sidesman playing on such iconic albums as 'In A Silent Way' and 'Bitches Brew'. Corea formed Return To Forever with Stanley Clarke, Lenny White and (joining later) Al di Meola to feature on both these recordings. Digitally remastered and slipcased, and with extensive new notes by distinguished author Alyn Shipton.

John McLaughlin - Portrait (2000)  Music

Posted by tirexiss at Feb. 22, 2019
John McLaughlin - Portrait (2000)

John McLaughlin - Portrait (2000)
WEB | FLAC (tracks) - 328 MB | MP3 (CBR 320 kbps) - 140 MB | 55:32
Genre: Jazz | Label: Columbia

One of fusion's most virtuosic guitar soloists, John McLaughlin placed his blazing speed in the service of a searching spiritual passion that has kept his music evolving and open to new influences. Whether shredding on electric or simmering quietly on acoustic, McLaughlin's intensity and underappreciated versatility have nearly always kept his playing vital, and his best moments …