Category: Jazz
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John McLaughlin
As a guitarist and leader of the Mahavishnu Orchestra, John McLaughlin challenged jazz conventions with his virtuosic approach and fusion of jazz with progressive rock and Indian music. Albums like “The Inner Mounting Flame” (1971) were influential in the jazz scene of the era.
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Chick Corea
Chick Corea experimented with a variety of styles in the 1970s, from jazz fusion with Return to Forever to collaborations with musicians like Gary Burton. His album “Return to Forever” (1972) is a standout example of his contribution to fusion.
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Weather Report
This influential jazz fusion group was formed by keyboardist Joe Zawinul and saxophonist Wayne Shorter. Their album “Heavy Weather” (1977) is particularly notable and has left a lasting mark on contemporary fusion.
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Herbie Hancock
Herbie Hancock explored new directions in the 1970s, especially with his album “Head Hunters” (1973), which fused jazz with elements of funk and electronic music. His ability to adapt to emerging trends significantly contributed to the evolution of jazz during that time.
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Miles Davis
While Miles Davis had already been an influential figure in previous decades, in the 1970s, he continued to break new ground with his experiments in jazz fusion. Albums like “Bitches Brew” (1970) and “On the Corner” (1972) are fundamental milestones in jazz-rock fusion.