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Another essential CD for Bill Connors (ex-Return To Forever) fans is "Step It!", which offers prime examples of fluid, legato guitar in a Coltrane-meets-Hendrix, fusion context. Not only is Connors a silky smooth lead player, but his rhythm work is particularly intricate and inspiring. Bassist Tom Kennedy and drummer Dave Weckl also stand out - Kennedy with his poly-rhythmic stylings and Weckl with his energy, feel and panache. Produced by guitarist Steve Khan (who guest solos on "Twinkle"), "Step It!" is a super companion disc to Double Up, and also a great introduction to the work of Connors for the uninitiated. Remarkable fusion from a pioneer who can still deliver excellence.
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03:36 |
Lydia
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Instrumental
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08:52 |
A Pedal
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Instrumental
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04:34 |
Step It
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Instrumental
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04:51 |
Cookies
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Instrumental
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04:15 |
Brody
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Instrumental
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05:59 |
Twinkle
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Instrumental
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06:36 |
Titan
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Instrumental
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05:11 |
Flickering Lights
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Instrumental
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Bill Connors |
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Guitar, Mixing |
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Tom Kennedy |
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Electric Bass |
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Dave Weckl |
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Drums, Mixing |
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Steve Khan |
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Second Guitar on "Twinkle", Production, Mixing |
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Doug Epstein |
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Production, Engineering, Mixing |
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Jerry Gordon |
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Reissue Production |
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Ed O`Connor |
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Engineering Assistance |
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Mark Rossi |
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Engineering Assistance |
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Victor Deyglio |
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Engineering Assistance |
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Greg Calbi |
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Mastering |
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David Tan |
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Cover Photography |
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Douglas Lichterman |
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Executive Production |
Recorded at Mediasound, New York City, on June 12-13 and October 15, 1984.
Mixed at Mediasound.
Mastered at Sterling Sound.
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