lternate Realities is my first exposure to the music of Al Garcia, and his
second release. I haven't had the pleasure of listening to his debut but I
can tell you that Al Garcia is going to be a household name within the
fusion genre. He is one of the more proficient multi-instrumentalists I've
had the pleasure of hearing. Al Garcia also has musicians to help flesh out
his instrumental compositions that reminds me of the 70's greats such as
Bill Bruford, Happy the Man, Weather Report, Caldera as well as newer acts
like Helmet of Gnats and Carl Hupp.
Al Garcia's guitar playing is very much on par with Alan Holdsworth and his
bass playing could be compared to any one of the greats past and present.
Along with his fusion influences, Al also has some progressive rock
influences too such as ELP and Yes to name a few.
I've only been exposed to fusion based music for a few years now and don't
know a lot about the genre but so far I've been lucky to hear some excellent
music. Al Garcia can be counted along with them. I would recommend that all
fusion fans get Alternate Realities today. Oh you can also hear for yourself
over at Al's page at myspace.com if you need further convincing!
lternate Realities is my first exposure to the music of Al Garcia, and his
second release. I haven't had the pleasure of listening to his debut but I
can tell you that Al Garcia is going to be a household name within the
fusion genre. He is one of the more proficient multi-instrumentalists I've
had the pleasure of hearing. Al Garcia also has musicians to help flesh out
his instrumental compositions that reminds me of the 70's greats such as
Bill Bruford, Happy the Man, Weather Report, Caldera as well as newer acts
like Helmet of Gnats and Carl Hupp.