Gary Burton

As well as being the great vibes innovator of the era, Gary Burton has been a most astute talent scout. In 1973, The New Quartet introduced Abraham Laboriel: this was the first recording of the bassist who would shortly become one of the most in-demand session players across all genres. “It must be emphasised that Laboriel sounds like a major artist in the making with his astonishing bass work,” wrote Melody Maker. Guitarist Mick Goodrick also emerged as a player to watch with this album, shining in a well-conceived programme with compositions of Keith Jarrett, Chick Corea, Carla Bley, Mike Gibbs and bandleader Burton.

PERSONNEL:

• Gary Burton - (vibraphone)
• Michael Goodrick - (guitar)
• Abraham Laboriel - (bass)
• Harry Blazer - (drums)

Recorded on March 5 and 6 1973 at Aengus Studios, Fayville, Mass.

TRACKS:

• SIDE A
• A1. Open Your Eyes, You Can Fly
• A2. Coral
• A3. Tying Up Loose Ends
• A4. Brownout

• SIDE B
• B1. Olhos De Gato
• B2. Mallet Man
• B3. Four Or Less
• B4. Nonsequence