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Al Di Meola - World Sinfonia-Live From Seattle And Elsewhere (2009) {Valiana}

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Al Di Meola - World Sinfonia-Live From Seattle And Elsewhere (2009) {Valiana}

Al Di Meola - World Sinfonia-Live From Seattle And Elsewhere (2009) {Valiana}
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Genre: Fusion, World Fusion

Now that the whole Return to Forever reunion experience is in his rearview mirror (and unlikely to be repeated ever again), guitar star Al Di Meola is pursuing his own musical vision with newfound conviction via his World Sinfonia. Essentially an acoustic ensemble featuring Fausto Beccalossi on accordion and Di Meola’s longtime collaborator Gumbi Ortiz on cajon and assorted hand percussion, along with second guitarist Peo Alfonsi, bassist Victor Miranda and drummer Peter Kaszas, this edition of the World Sinfonia has developed a tightly knit chemistry through frequent touring. This limited-edition release, the first in a series of live recordings being sold initially at World Sinfonia gigs, documents their easy rapport in concerts held in Seattle, San Francisco and Istanbul.

Al Di Meola - Pursuit Of Radical Rhapsody (2011) {Telarc}

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Al Di Meola - Pursuit Of Radical Rhapsody (2011) {Telarc}

Al Di Meola - Pursuit Of Radical Rhapsody (2011) {Telarc}
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Genre: Fusion

Generally speaking, guitar wizard Al Di Meola has divided his musical attentions over the years between electric and acoustic, fusion and world music directions. This time out he splits the difference with some dazzling results. Coming off his short-lived reunion with Return to Forever, Di Meola returns to the solo spotlight with Pursuit of Radical Rhapsody, a strong and varied effort that moves mostly in the acoustic direction and features some high-profile personnel, including pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba and bassist Charlie Haden.

Al Di Meola - Land Of The Midnight Sun (1976) {Columbia}

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Al Di Meola - Land Of The Midnight Sun (1976) {Columbia}

Al Di Meola - Land Of The Midnight Sun (1976) {Columbia}
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Genre: Fusion

One of the guitar heroes of fusion, Al Di Meola was just 22 years old at the time of his debut as a leader but already a veteran of Chick Corea's Return to Forever. The complex pieces (which include the three-part "Suite-Golden Dawn," an acoustic duet with Corea on "Short Tales of the Black Forest" and a brief Bach violin sonata) show DiMeola's range even at this early stage. With assistance from such top players as bassists Jaco Pastorius and Stanley Clarke, keyboardist Barry Miles and drummers Lenny White and Steve Gadd, this was a very impressive beginning to DiMeola's solo career.

Al Di Meola - Flesh On Flesh (2002) {Telarc 83543}

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Al Di Meola - Flesh On Flesh (2002) {Telarc 83543}

Al Di Meola - Flesh On Flesh (2002) {Telarc 83543}
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Genre: Fusion, Jazz-Rock

Al di Meola continues to broaden his musical horizons with Flesh on Flesh, his fourth release for the Telarc recording label. The great guitarist is joined by two members of his World Sinfonia acoustic group – Gumbi Ortiz on percussion and Mario Parmisano on keyboards – in addition to such stellar musicians as Gonzalo Rubalcaba, flutist Alejandro Santos, and bassist Anthony Jackson, who recorded with di Meola on his best-selling Elegant Gypsy album in the mid-'80s.

Al Di Meola - Heart Of The Immigrants (1993) {Tomato}

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Al Di Meola - Heart Of The Immigrants (1993) {Tomato}

Al Di Meola - Heart Of The Immigrants (1993) {Tomato}
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Genre: Fusion, World Fusion, Tango

Guitarist Al di Meola has been alternating electric and acoustic projects for the past few years. For this acoustic affair, he teams up with Dino Saluzzi on bandoneon to pay tribute to tango master Astor Piazzolla. The music (even a duet version of "Someday My Prince Will Come") has the flavor of Argentina and uses a wide variety of instrumentations, including an occasional string section and the voice of Hernan Romero. It's recommended to lovers of world music, the modern tango, and those who think of di Meola's guitar playing as being one-dimensional and purely based on speed.

Al Di Meola - Diabolic Inventions And Seduction (2007) {Inak 9080}

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Al Di Meola - Diabolic Inventions And Seduction (2007) {Inak 9080}

Al Di Meola - Diabolic Inventions And Seduction (2007) {Inak 9080}
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Genre: Fusion

Too some, Al di Meola is best known for is shredding guitar work as part of Return to Forever, and also his early solo albums. But di Meola has always had an interest in flamenco styled acoustic playing ("Mediterranean Sundance" off of Elegant Gypsy, anyone?) – which is the six-string style that he fully embraces on his 2007 release, Diabolic Inventions and Seduction for Solo Guitar, Vol. 1: Music of Astor Piazzolla. Like its title says, the album is comprised solely of renditions of tunes by Argentine tango composer Astor Piazzolla, who is best known for trailblazing the nuevo tango style (which contained traces of both jazz and classical). And di Meola has no problem offering up a fine tribute, especially on such tracks as "Campero" and "Romantico."

Al Di Meola - Cielo E Terra (1985) {Manhattan}

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Al Di Meola - Cielo E Terra (1985) {Manhattan}

Al Di Meola - Cielo E Terra (1985) {Manhattan}
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Genre: Fusion

Having grown a bit weary of playing loud fusion, Al DiMeola recorded a largely acoustic set on his debut for Manhattan. DiMeola, who augments his acoustic guitar with the orchestral Synclavier guitar, plays five unaccompanied solos and is joined on the other four numbers by percussionist Airto Moreira. Other than Keith Jarrett's "Coral," all of the moody selections are by the guitarist.

Al Di Meola - Electric Rendezvous (1982) {1984, Japanese Reissue}

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Al Di Meola - Electric Rendezvous (1982) {1984, Japanese Reissue}

Al Di Meola - Electric Rendezvous (1982) {1984, Japanese Reissue}
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Fusion, Jazz Rock, Guitar Virtuoso | CBS/Sony #35DP 30

Al di Meola's fifth of seven fusion albums as a leader for Columbia is a typically fiery effort, with di Meola joined by keyboardist Jan Hammer, electric bassist Anthony Jackson, drummer Steve Gadd, percussionist Mingo Lewis, and guest spots for flamenco guitarist Paco de Lucía ("Passion, Grace & Fire") and keyboardist Philippe Saisse. This lesser-known effort is easily recommended to fans of rock-ish jazz guitar.

Al Di Meola - Elegant Gypsy (1977) Japanese Remastered Reissue 1997

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Al Di Meola - Elegant Gypsy (1977) Japanese Remastered Reissue 1997

Al Di Meola - Elegant Gypsy (1977) Japanese Reissue 1997
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Fusion, Jazz Rock, Guitar Virtuoso | Label: Sony | # SRCS 9181 | Time: 00:37:12

Guitarist Al di Meola's second record as a leader is generally an explosive affair, although it does have a fair amount of variety. With Jan Hammer or Barry Miles on keyboards, electric bassist Anthony Jackson, drummer Lenny White (Steve Gadd takes his place on the "Elegant Gypsy Suite"), and percussionist Mingo Lewis on most of the selections, di Meola shows off his speedy and rock-ish fusion style. He was still a member of Return to Forever at the time and was a stronger guitarist than composer, but di Meola did put a lot of thought into this music. The brief "Lady of Rome, Sister of Brazil" (an acoustic guitar solo) and "Mediterranean Sundance" (an acoustic duet with fellow guitarist Paco de Lucía) hints at di Meola's future directions. A near classic in the fusion vein.

Al Di Meola - Electric Anthology (1995)

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Al Di Meola - Electric Anthology (1995)

Al Di Meola - Electric Anthology (1995)
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Fusion, Jazz-Rock, Guitar Virtuoso | Label: One Way/Sony | # A 26405 | 01:10:29

If you're an air guitarist, Al di Meola has likely been your man since his days as an unknown 21-year-old addition to Chick Corea's Return to Forever in the mid-'70s. Over the years since leaving RTF, he has been afforded the opportunity to record regularly, and this CD represents a good overview of his discography, primarily for the Columbia family of labels. His early dates Land of the Midnight Sun, Elegant Gypsy, and Casino are well represented, in addition to his collaborations with Jan Hammer on Tour de Force: Live. His middle-period efforts are not all that vital, as repeat ideas and predictable flash lost their original value even to the staunchest fans, therefore making this collection less than essential.

Al Di Meola - Land Of The Midnight Sun (1976) Japanese Remastered Reissue 1997

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Al Di Meola - Land Of The Midnight Sun (1976) Japanese Remastered Reissue 1997

Al Di Meola - Land Of The Midnight Sun (1976) Japanese Reissue 1997
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Fusion, Jazz Rock, Guitar Virtuoso | Label: Sony Records | # SRCS 9180 | Time: 00:35:23

One of the guitar heroes of fusion, Al di Meola was just 22-years-old at the time of his debut as a leader but already a veteran of Chick Corea's Return to Forever. The complex pieces (which include the three-part "Suite-Golden Dawn," an acoustic duet with Corea on "Short Tales of the Black Forest," and a brief Bach violin sonata show di Meola's range even at this early stage. With assistance from such top players as bassists Jaco Pastorius and Stanley Clarke, keyboardist Barry Miles, and drummers Lenny White and Steve Gadd, this was a very impressive beginning to di Meola's solo career.

John McLaughlin, Al Di Meola, Paco De Lucia - Passion, Grace & Fire (1983) Japanese Reissue 1997

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John McLaughlin, Al Di Meola, Paco De Lucia - Passion, Grace & Fire (1983) Japanese Reissue 1997

John McLaughlin, Al Di Meola, Paco De Lucia - Passion, Grace & Fire (1983) Japanese Reissue 1997
EAC | FLAC | Tracks (Cue&Log) ~ 197 Mb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 101 Mb | Scans included
Flamenco, Jazz Fusion, Guitar Virtuoso | Label: Sony Records | # SRCS 9174 | Time: 00:31:55

Two years after they recorded Friday Night in San Francisco, John McLaughlin, Al di Meola and Paco de Lucía reunited for another set of acoustic guitar trios, Passion, Grace and Fire, If this can be considered a guitar "battle" (some of the playing is ferocious and these speed demons do not let up too often), then the result is a three-way tie. This guitar summit lives up to its title.

Al Di Meola - Elysium (2015) {In-Akustik}

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Al Di Meola - Elysium (2015) {In-Akustik}

Al Di Meola - Elysium (2015) {In-Akustik}
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Genre: Fusion

"Elysium" is the climax of this process so far. The artist has arrived where he always wanted to be. He himself thinks of Elysium as a "place of perfect happiness". A paradise where acoustic and electric components, triumphant rock and finely entwined jazz, delicate and pumping rhythms, guitars and keyboards, wide panoramas of rock and diaphanous carpets of sound come together in harmony. In this magical Elysium, everyone complements each other. Al Di Meola has brought together a five piece band with no bass. While he plays all the guitar parts himself, both acoustic and electric, including unbelievably fast and elegant riffs and effervescent rocking chords, three keyboard players and pianists provide shades of colour.

Al Di Meola - One Night In Montreal (2010) {JHR 73646}

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Al Di Meola - One Night In Montreal (2010) {JHR 73646}

Al Di Meola - One Night In Montreal (2010) {JHR 73646}
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Genre: Fusion, Jazz Rock

In this 1988 Montreal concert, Al Di Meola explores the many influences,and the many accomplishments as a guitarist,that had already made him both a virtuoso and a jazzrock superstar.

Al Di Meola - World Sinfonia (1990) {Inak}

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Al Di Meola - World Sinfonia (1990) {Inak}

Al Di Meola - World Sinfonia (1990) {Inak}
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Genre: Acoustic Guitar Fusion

Comparing early Al di Meola dates like Land of the Midnight Sun and Casino to his albums of the 1990s, it's clear how much his playing has softened. The exceptional World Sinfonia, an entirely acoustic CD, makes it clear that what hasn't changed is his unpredictable, spontaneous nature. Di Meola's right-hand man throughout this highly introspective date is the soulful bandonean player Dino Saluzzi, with whom he enjoys an undeniably strong rapport. A long-time lover of world music, di Meola incorporates South American, Spanish, and Middle Eastern elements, and makes Argentine tango a very high priority.