David Pritchard
Vertical Eden, has arrived!
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Now available on CD, David’s previous releases on Inner City records, City Dreams and Lightyear.
Guitarist/composer David Pritchard, known for creating hypnotic musical tapestries and soundscapes for multiple acoustic guitars, began his career as an electric guitarist playing with the Gary Burton Quartet at the age of 20. He was also co-founder of the pioneering jazz/rock group “Contraband” that recorded for Epic Records. Later he recorded two LP's as a leader for Inner City Records featuring jazz greats Freddie Hubbard and Patrice Rushen.
Just prior to beginning his acoustic explorations, in 1981 he recorded “Metal Roads,” an exciting example of jazz fusion chamber music with some of LA’s top players, including the late Lynn Blessing on vibes, Rich Eames, piano and synthesizer, Steve Anderson, electric bass, and Michael Jochum, drums.
The roots of Pritchard’s acoustic explorations are clearly heard in “Metal Roads.” These include use of counterpoint, odd meters and polyrhythms as well as the influence of minimalist pioneers Reich and Glass. These influences, combined with contemporary jazz improvisation, give “Metal Roads” a unique timeless quality.
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guitarist / composer
Vertical Eden
NOW AVAILABLE
David Pritchard recorded this never before released jazz fusion session in 1981 before changing his musical direction; the roots of his multiple acoustic guitar concept can clearly be heard in this rediscovered musical gem.
Read the review of Metal Roads in the Spring 2011 issue of JAZZIZ magazine!