Ricotti & Albuquerque - First Wind (1971/2018) Big Pink - BIG PINK 548

 

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Jazz Rock, Fusion, Folk

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A cherished cult favorite from 1971, “First Wind” stands as a remarkable fusion of jazz, rock, and folk. This masterful collaboration pairs UK’s premier vibraphonist Frank Ricotti with vocalist-songwriter Michael de Albuquerque (just before he joined ELO as their bassist), backed by an all-star lineup of British jazz luminaries including John Taylor on keyboards and Trevor Tomkins on drums.

Tracks:

1. Ratsa (Don't Know Why) 4:50

2. Lo And Behold 3:15

3. Go Out And Get It 3:54

4. Don't You Believe Me 5:15

5. New York Windy Day 4:43

6. Bobo's Party 6:11

7. Didn't Wanna Have To Do It 3:10

8. Old Ben Houston 3:08

9. The Wind Has No Love 3:59

10. Give A Damn 4:09

Personnel:

Drums - Trevor Tomkins

Electric Bass, Acoustic Bass - Chris Laurence

Electric Piano - John Taylor

Guitars, Vocals - Michael de Albuquerque

Vibraphone, Alto Saxophone, Percussion - Frank Ricotti

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Trumpet soloist - Henry Lowther (10)

Guitar soloist - Michael Keen (3)