Larry Coryell was an innovator and guitar genius. He always played with the best musicians. His early albums, incredible music. Offerings is still one of my favorite. The sax player incredible.
I used to go and hear Larry and his group at Slugs in the East Village in New York. They played this tune often there. Got to talk with Larry and Mike Mandel and found them to be genuine human beings that were anxious to talk music with even us mere mortals. Great guys, great band, great venue, great memories.
Ditto. Got to see Larry & Foreplay several times at Slugs, with Mike Mandel on keys, Steve Marcus on saxophone, Melvin Bronson on Fender Bass and Harry Wilkinson on drums. Was privileged to become friends with Larry and Mike over the decades, and to be along for Larry's journey at numerous stops along the way, including his final engagement at Iriidum in NYC in 2017. Larry was always pushing the envelope, may he rest in peace and power.
Larry Coryell - guitar. Steve Marcus - saxophone. Mike Mandel - piano. Mervin Bronson - bass. Roy Haynes - drums. Lawrence Killian - conga. Harry Wilkinson - percussion.
This is simply my favourite Coryell record he just kills it! But “Call to a Higher Consciousness”. Is his best! One of the Clearest Expressions of his devotion to seek the next level. He was unacknowledged for his brilliance and talent but listen to his ability and that it speaks for itself.
RIP Larry Coryell... Jazz Fusión Pioneer, Sentimental Açcoustic Poet, Hard Rock and Blues Player ... Brillant Arranger & Composer.... Did repair a Broken Life and gave Hope to other people .... Mixed Up different Styles .... Higher conciousness here and Now.
I bought this album when I was in university. I played it constantly. Call to a Higher Consciousness is musical genius. The barefoot boy was truly one of the greats. I miss him already.
I remember getting lost in this track, like it was an acid trip. It still blows my mind. The whole band just moves like a single body. Everybody is so good.
Likewise....this and a lot of weed helped get me through my freshman year at UW-Madison '71-72. Unfortunately, my alcoholic roommate at Ogg Hall was a Nixon supporter and didn't appreciate my music, political leanings or cannabis, so we had to avoid each other except while sleeping. In retrospect, I should have found a more compatible roommate instead of putting up with so much BS.
missing the godfather of Fusion, your music has captivated the intimate listeners of jazz..and influenced a multitude of artists..rest in peace fusion overlord
Album reviews often ignore or barely acknowledge this track, referring to it as a psychedelic jam of some sort. I always thought this was one of his best tracks.
His best song ever. Pure brilliance! I bought the album from a used record store for a dollar in 1980, Imagine my shock, it became one of my favorites of all time! It's comparable to Mingus and Mile's greatest achievements in my view.
Nice to see people appreciating this brilliant album. Simply inspired playing by all involved. I’m still loving it almost 50 years after first hearing it.👏
Please be advised that there is no Guitar Player that is better. Have several of his records and listened to an acoustic one yesterday. Glad I was here when he passed our way. He did a song called Sex and made that point musically. Thank you for the post.
In my opinion Coryell never made better fusion (and he was never closer to jazz as here) album and his band from that time is amazing, especially sax player Marcus. Sad thing is that this splendid album ranks in category of overlooked jewels at the time of release : such was also the case with Jack Johnson album from Miles Davis and Folk Singer album from Muddy Waters. Jack Johnson was later preferred as the best from Bitches Brew period even from Miles. Folk Singer was fully acoustic album and was praised with 20 years of delay. It seems that some genial works need long period to be appreciated as such. Regards from Slovenia! Vladimir Trop
Vers les onze heures (23 h), c'est ça? tous les soirs de lundi à vendredi, c'était 1970-71 si je me rappelle bien… les temps mythiques… r.e.p. Larry Coryell
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Larry Coryell was an innovator and guitar genius. He always played with the best musicians. His early albums, incredible music. Offerings is still one of my favorite. The sax player incredible.
RIP Mr Larry Coryell.To a Higher Consciousness.
Title says it All in 2024.
I used to go and hear Larry and his group at Slugs in the East Village in New York. They played this tune often there. Got to talk with Larry and Mike Mandel and found them to be genuine human beings that were anxious to talk music with even us mere mortals. Great guys, great band, great venue, great memories.
Me too . A few feet away from me !
Slugs ! Good old days in NYC .
I miss them dearly.
It is "a wonderful life" isn't it ?
Ditto. Got to see Larry & Foreplay several times at Slugs, with Mike Mandel on keys, Steve Marcus on saxophone, Melvin Bronson on Fender Bass and Harry Wilkinson on drums. Was privileged to become friends with Larry and Mike over the decades, and to be along for Larry's journey at numerous stops along the way, including his final engagement at Iriidum in NYC in 2017. Larry was always pushing the envelope, may he rest in peace and power.
I miss you every day dear friend...I hope to see you again
Heard this on a local radio station and knew I had to find it. What a jam!
Larry Coryell was a badass man!!! Rest in peace.
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Great Song! Thanks!
Bought this album when came out in 1971. Couldn't remember its name until a few weeks ago. Like it as much now as i did when i bought it.👍
Larry Coryell - guitar.
Steve Marcus - saxophone.
Mike Mandel - piano.
Mervin Bronson - bass.
Roy Haynes - drums.
Lawrence Killian - conga.
Harry Wilkinson - percussion.
This group also played on the Offering album . Great group and album. Steve Marcus, sax is the best.
R.I.P. Larry hope your journey to the higher consciousness is as sweet.....
This is simply my favourite Coryell record he just kills it! But “Call to a Higher Consciousness”. Is his best! One of the Clearest Expressions of his devotion to seek the next level. He was unacknowledged for his brilliance and talent but listen to his ability and that it speaks for itself.
I hope you will continue playing on the other of life. The day I die you must be ready to give lessons. R.I.P Larry
met larry in israel. he came for a concert nice guy. amyzing guitarist i lpve this piece. the development of the dtums is beautiful.
Steve Marcus is fenomenal... who knows why was so underrated?
RIP Larry Coryell... Jazz Fusión Pioneer, Sentimental Açcoustic Poet, Hard Rock and Blues Player ... Brillant Arranger & Composer.... Did repair a Broken Life and gave Hope to other people .... Mixed Up different Styles .... Higher conciousness here and Now.
Wow !! A wonder, full of good taste and intimacy...
The BIG 3, A Love Supreme - The Creator has a Master Plan. and Call to a Higher Consciousness. Transcend your mind.
Still have this on vinyl. Perhaps one of the best fusion albums of all times and Larry's best work!
Larry Coryell, a genius God gave to us to make music during the Vietnam War days, so we could see what was really real, Thanks Mr. Coryell.
I bought this album when I was in university. I played it constantly. Call to a Higher Consciousness is musical genius. The barefoot boy was truly one of the greats. I miss him already.
The best Jazz tune i ever heard
I remember getting lost in this track, like it was an acid trip. It still blows my mind. The whole band just moves like a single body. Everybody is so good.
I used to play this song on my radio show at KWCW.
This album- this song- got me through me first two years at UVM in '75-76. The man had Soul.
go cats
Likewise....this and a lot of weed helped get me through my freshman year at UW-Madison '71-72. Unfortunately, my alcoholic roommate at Ogg Hall was a Nixon supporter and didn't appreciate my music, political leanings or cannabis, so we had to avoid each other except while sleeping. In retrospect, I should have found a more compatible roommate instead of putting up with so much BS.
RIP Larry
RIP LARRY
missing the godfather of Fusion, your music has captivated the intimate listeners of jazz..and influenced a multitude of artists..rest in peace fusion overlord
Album reviews often ignore or barely acknowledge this track, referring to it as a psychedelic jam of some sort. I always thought this was one of his best tracks.
wow this is the best I have heard by this guy!..truly cosmic
dave davies It is his best ever, IMOHO
His best song ever. Pure brilliance! I bought the album from a used record store for a dollar in 1980, Imagine my shock, it became one of my favorites of all time! It's comparable to Mingus and Mile's greatest achievements in my view.
Nice to see people appreciating this brilliant album. Simply inspired playing by all involved. I’m still loving it almost 50 years after first hearing it.👏
@@renodavid I've had a very similar experience, got a hold of this in the early 70's after discovering The Offering album, still loving it
I love this track for so many years! Fantastic!!
OOOOOOOOH, thx : I realize I forgot this record..such a joy when I discovered it. Really thx YB
Great music from my generation.
this track can be used as a reference when you want to define jazz to a friend
Thank you, fabulous music, good time for you
Thank you a zillion! My favorite of his and one of my all time favorites period.
Beautiful guitar playing.
Please be advised that there is no Guitar Player that is better. Have several of his records and listened to an acoustic
one yesterday. Glad I was here when he passed our way. He did a song called Sex and made that point musically. Thank you for the post.
So very good.
Nice soprano work!
This is awaesome Rcaddy!!! Thanx so much! One of the best peaces I have heard in times!
does it really get any better than this????
I don't think so...because this is it!
E.J. Devokaitis no !
i listen to this by using my old fashioned manta headphones made in japan.....a 20 min earorgasm .......
ONE OF THE BEST FROM CORYELL LOVE THE BUILDUP ESPECIALLY THE DRUMMER IF I AM NOT MISTAKEN CHARLS LLOYD ON SAX SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL
Is not Charles Lloyd but Steve Marcus
Fabuleux!
Perfection!
Almost as good as Sunday Telephone
45年ぶり
feat. Steve Marcus (Sax) Roy Haynes (Drums) Roy Haynes (Drums) Mike Mandel (Keyboards)
The great Mervin Bronson on bass
In my opinion Coryell never made better fusion (and he was never closer to jazz as here) album and his band from that time is amazing, especially sax player Marcus. Sad thing is that this splendid album ranks in category of overlooked jewels at the time of release : such was also the case with Jack Johnson album from Miles Davis and Folk Singer album from Muddy Waters. Jack Johnson was later preferred as the best from Bitches Brew period even from Miles. Folk Singer was fully acoustic album and was praised with 20 years of delay. It seems that some genial works need long period to be appreciated as such. Regards from Slovenia! Vladimir Trop
Too Bad.
thème de king kong , marc moulin rtbf
Vers les onze heures (23 h), c'est ça? tous les soirs de lundi à vendredi, c'était 1970-71 si je me rappelle bien… les temps mythiques… r.e.p. Larry Coryell
RIP Larry