In the Groove, Jazz and Beyond · Ken Laster

Jazz Fusion and Beyond

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Miles Davis's 'Jack Johnson' is a Frankenstein mashup of takes by producer Tio Marcero, featuring Herbie Hancock and John McLaughlin on the explosive 'Write Off'.

Host Ken Laster curates a tribute to 1970s jazz rock fusion, featuring tracks from Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, Frank Zappa, Shunzo Ono, Miles Davis, and a cross-cultural project with John McLaughlin, while honoring the late bassist Paul Jackson. The episode blends historical context, album details, and personal listening experiences.

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