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ADVANCEMENT ~ ADVANCEMENT FALLOUT 2065 (Barcode: 5051125206513) ~ USA ~ Jazz-Rock Fusion Recorded: 1969 Released: 2007 Only album by the obscure US West Coast instrumental sextet The AdvancementFind albums by this artist, established by the bassist Lou KabokFind albums by this artist and drummer Hal GordonFind albums by this artist, both members at the time of the famous Hungarian guitarist Gabor SzaboFind albums by this artist’s quintet. This beautiful and obscure gem is one of the earliest examples of Fusion, with the distinct West Coast Jazz influence, tasteful, relaxed and cool. Very melodic, with some great writing and arranging by the band members, this music is quite different from the Fusion mainstream, and therefore unique. The emphasis here is on elegance and grace, with superbly played parts and jazzy improvisations. The music sound great today, untarnished by time and modernism, still a great example of combining musical genres to achieve a better total. It’s a crime this album didn’t get the recognition at the time of its release, so with the second chance it is getting now, I truly hope more people will discover this little beauty. Wholeheartedly recommended!

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