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"Back in 1978 when this set was recorded, fusion (the mixture of jazz improvisation with rock rhythms) was declining. Keyboardist Joe Sample, best-known for his work with the Crusaders, was in the process of being one of the founders of 'contemporary jazz,' an idiom that has since solidified into smooth jazz. Sample emphasized catchy melodies, light funk rhythms, appealing chord changes and a pop sensibility. For this accessible release, Sample is joined by the late legendary guitarist Billy Rogers, bassist Pops Popwell, his old Crusaders drummer Stix Hooper, a horn section and several guest guitarists. All eight tunes (which include 'Fly with the Wings of Love' and 'Islands in the Rain') are by the leader, who is heard throughout in melodic form, setting up a variety of light grooves that serve as superior background music." - AllMusic
"If you don't know what 'pocket' is, listen to most any Joe Sample release, but especially Rainbow Seeker (1978, MCA). You'd think the term was invented for this collection of groove jazz. Of course when released, I'm sure it wasn't considered ground-breaking, but it is an incredible example of how compositions and solos can be built around the pocket. The ensemble, on each track, is tight! Joe is playing a bit more here than he has on recent releases, but his fluid, swinging soloing technique is in evidence. I'd instantly recognize the soloing as Sample's. Sticking with electric and acoustic pianos, he works his magic on a variety of tempos and grooves contrasted by the latin-tinged 'Islands in the Rain,' and the balladry of 'Melodies of Love,' 'Together We'll find A Way.' There's some tasteful and stylish archtop guitar in there, overall the classic 70's effected sounds are all there, and it grooves, grooves, grooves from top to bottom." - All About Jazz
Features:
• Mastered Directly from the Original Master Tapes!
• 1/2 Speed Mastered Original Master Recording Series
• Specially Plated and Pressed on JVC's High Definition Super Vinyl
• Pressed in Japan
• Special Static Free-Dust Free Inner Sleeve
• Limited Edition
Musicians:
Joe Sample, keyboards, string orchestrations
Robert "Pops" Popwell, bass
"Stix" Hooper, drums, percussion
Garnett Brown, trombone
Bobby Bryant, trumpet
Paulinho DaCosta, percussion
Jay DaVersa, trumpet
Barry Finerty, guitar
William Green, flute
Mario Henderson, guitar
Fred Jackson, saxophone
Freddy Johnson, saxophone
Steve Madaio, trumpet
Ray Parker, guitar
Dean Parks, guitar
Billy Rogers, bass, guitar
Sid Sharp, strings
David Walker, guitar
Ernie Watts, saxophone
Selections:
1. Rainbow Seeker
2. In All My Wildest Dreams
3. There Are Many Stops Along The Way
4. Melodies Of Love
5. Fly With Wings Of Love
6. As Long As It Lasts
7. Islands In The Rain
8. Together We'll Find A Way
This item not eligible for any further discount offers!
"Back in 1978 when this set was recorded, fusion (the mixture of jazz improvisation with rock rhythms) was declining. Keyboardist Joe Sample, best-known for his work with the Crusaders, was in the process of being one of the founders of 'contemporary jazz,' an idiom that has since solidified into smooth jazz. Sample emphasized catchy melodies, light funk rhythms, appealing chord changes and a pop sensibility. For this accessible release, Sample is joined by the late legendary guitarist Billy Rogers, bassist Pops Popwell, his old Crusaders drummer Stix Hooper, a horn section and several guest guitarists. All eight tunes (which include 'Fly with the Wings of Love' and 'Islands in the Rain') are by the leader, who is heard throughout in melodic form, setting up a variety of light grooves that serve as superior background music." - AllMusic
"If you don't know what 'pocket' is, listen to most any Joe Sample release, but especially Rainbow Seeker (1978, MCA). You'd think the term was invented for this collection of groove jazz. Of course when released, I'm sure it wasn't considered ground-breaking, but it is an incredible example of how compositions and solos can be built around the pocket. The ensemble, on each track, is tight! Joe is playing a bit more here than he has on recent releases, but his fluid, swinging soloing technique is in evidence. I'd instantly recognize the soloing as Sample's. Sticking with electric and acoustic pianos, he works his magic on a variety of tempos and grooves contrasted by the latin-tinged 'Islands in the Rain,' and the balladry of 'Melodies of Love,' 'Together We'll find A Way.' There's some tasteful and stylish archtop guitar in there, overall the classic 70's effected sounds are all there, and it grooves, grooves, grooves from top to bottom." - All About Jazz
Features:
• Mastered Directly from the Original Master Tapes!
• 1/2 Speed Mastered Original Master Recording Series
• Specially Plated and Pressed on JVC's High Definition Super Vinyl
• Pressed in Japan
• Special Static Free-Dust Free Inner Sleeve
• Limited Edition
Musicians:
Joe Sample, keyboards, string orchestrations
Robert "Pops" Popwell, bass
"Stix" Hooper, drums, percussion
Garnett Brown, trombone
Bobby Bryant, trumpet
Paulinho DaCosta, percussion
Jay DaVersa, trumpet
Barry Finerty, guitar
William Green, flute
Mario Henderson, guitar
Fred Jackson, saxophone
Freddy Johnson, saxophone
Steve Madaio, trumpet
Ray Parker, guitar
Dean Parks, guitar
Billy Rogers, bass, guitar
Sid Sharp, strings
David Walker, guitar
Ernie Watts, saxophone
Selections:
1. Rainbow Seeker
2. In All My Wildest Dreams
3. There Are Many Stops Along The Way
4. Melodies Of Love
5. Fly With Wings Of Love
6. As Long As It Lasts
7. Islands In The Rain
8. Together We'll Find A Way
