Dr. Tree - 1976 - Dr. Tree

Dr. Tree

1976

Dr. Tree

01. The Twilight Zone (Introduction) 1:35

02. Vulcan Worlds 6:46

03. Transition 8:06

04. Eugino "D" 6:10

05. Affirmation 7:29

06. One For Dianne 6:14

Frank Gibson Jr - Drums/percussion

Kim Patterson - Trumpet/Conga

Martin Winch - Guitar

John Banks - Percussion

Bob Jackson - Bass

Murray Mcnabb - Rhodes/Synthesiser/Steel drums

Dr Tree's sole album is one of the hottest fusion albums of the 1970s. That's a pretty bold statement given the multitude of albums in the genre, but for those that know the album, it remains true. A 6 piece, with dual percussion, fiery guitar, Fender Rhodes, bass and.... trumpet. This latter element adds a unique dimension. And while you may be thinking this will put it in the Miles Davis camp, that wouldn't be right either. This isn't the heavy deep groove of Miles (which would have been fantastic as well), but more like the high energy of prime Return to Forever with trumpet as one of the lead instruments. Obviously plenty of room is also left for the guitarist to shred and the keyboardist to fly. The two percussionist's keep the tunes hopping throughout. Considered by fusion fans as a must own. Just be sure to get the only legit version!

Mid-70's New Zealanders from Auckland, playing fast-paced, energetic Jazz Fusion with funky underlines.Actually a sextet with prominent space for electric guitar, percussion, electric piano/synthesizer and trumpet.After a short intro the remaining all instrumental tracks are lengthy and downright quirky.Endless rhythm changes and jazzy solos lead the album to the land of virtuosity.Enjoyable to say the least.Most members continued later with the 80's Jazz Funk act Space Case.

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