KAWASAKI, RYO

The first leader album by Ryo Kawasaki, a jazz and fusion guitarist whose talent was recognized by Gil Evans and who went on to work internationally. The album presents a cool cosmic sound, including "Agana," where Kawasaki delivers breathtaking guitar playing over high-speed percussion, and the dazzling jazz-funk number "Phil."

Recording date: July 12, 1975

Recording location: Recorded at Vanguard Studios, New York

Performers: Ryo Kawasaki (g), Phil Clendeninn (key), Herb Bushler (el-b), Buddy Williams (ds), Abdulha (cga, per), Steve Turre (shell, per)