Release Date: 15 August 2011
Label: Abstract Logix
Packaging Type: Digipak
No of Units: 2
Barcode: 700261329420
Description
On November 20 and 21, 2010, maverick record label Abstract Logix hosted a series of spectacular performances, featuring an array of artists who handily defy genre categorization in favor of unbridled expression. The first New Universe Festival was a die-hard music lover's dream, defined by artists who seamlessly mingle compositional ingenuity and improvisational grace and fervor.
Among the featured musicians were pioneering guitarist John McLaughlin and his current band the 4th Dimension with special guest, world music legend tabla maestro Zakir Hussain; Widespread Panic guitar hero Jimmy Herring with his electric band; Return to Forever Drummer Lenny White; the all-star quartet Human Element (keyboardist Scott Kinsey, bassist Matt Garrison, percussionist Arto Tunçboyaciyan; fearless guitarist and improviser Wayne Krantz appearing with the amazing Anthony Jackson on bass; visionary Indian composer and drummer Ranjit Barot; and emerging guitar visionary Alex Machacek.
Tracklisting
Shakti
John McLaughlin, Shankar Mahadevan & Zakir Hussain
John McLaughlin
Oz Noy, Dennis Chambers & Jimmy Haslip
Ozone Squeeze feat. Oz Noy
Tony Grey
Wayne Krantz
Debashish Bhattacharya
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
Various Artists
