John Scofield – Jungle Fiction
John Scofield (born December 26, 1951 in Dayton, Ohio) is a jazz guitarist and composer, who played and eventually collaborated with Miles Davis. A bebop master, Scofield is simultaneously well acquainted with R&B and blues styles which he mixes seamlessly with his jazz playing. He recorded with Charles Mingus in 1976, and replaced Pat Metheny in Gary Burtons quartet. In autumn 1976 he signed a contract with Enja Records, and he released his first album East Meets West in 1977. In 1979 he formed a trio with Steve Swallow and Adam Nussbaum. He later joined Miles Davis, with whom he remained until 1985. While still with Davis, he released Electric Outlet (1984). Still Warm (1985) followed after he left Daviss group. At the beginning of the 1990s, he formed a quartet with Joe Lovano with whom he recorded several important albums for Blue Note Records. Time on My Hands (1990), with Lovano, Charlie Haden and Jack DeJohnette, showcased Scofields guitar and Mingus-influenced writing. Bill Stewart subsequently became the groups drummer, and played on Meant to Be (1991) and What We Do (1993). In 1992, Scofield released Grace Under Pressure, featuring fellow guitarist Bill Frisell, with Charlie Haden on bass and Joey Baron on drums. Stewart was back in the drum chair for the 1994 collaboration with Pat Metheny, I Can See Your House from Here. Also, in 1997 he recorded A Go Go LP, supported by the fame of Medeski, Martin and Wood, truly a masterpiece with range of lounge music and …
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John Scofield trio DVD Blue note part 6
John scofield, Bill stewart & Steve swallow Blue Note NYC september 2004
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John Scofield, July ’87 : So You Say
.. playing ‘So You Say’ from the ‘Blue Matter’ album, at Christiansborg Ridebane in Denmark. Shame I can’t upload Blue Matter and Still Warm, but they both last more than 10 mins.
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ÜberjamLike his most famous employer, Miles Davis, John Scofield has had his own classic band eras. With Bill Stewart, Marc Joh… More >>
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Chris Potter / John Scofield “Amsterdam Blues”
Working with drummer Jack DeJohnette, bassist Dave Holland, and guitarist John Scofield, saxophonist Chris Potter recorded his most adventurous record to date with Unspoken. Although his powerhouse rhythm section sometimes overwhelms him, Potter flexes more creative muscle throughout Unspoken, resulting in an engaging, frequently provocative listen. ~ Leo Stanley, All Music Guide. Recording information: Make Believe Ballroom, West Shokan, NY (05/21/1997-05/23/1997). After a debut recording with Gerry Mulligan and Chet Baker, Scofield was a member of the Billy Cobham-George Duke band for two years. In 1977 he recorded with Charles Mingus, and joined the Gary Burton quartet. He began his international career as a bandleader and recording artist in 1978. From 1982-1985, Scofield toured and recorded with Miles Davis. His Davis stint placed him firmly in the foreground of jazz consciousness as a player and composer.Since that time he has prominently led his own groups in the international Jazz scene, recorded over 30 albums as a leader (many already classics) including collaborations with contemporary favorites like Pat Metheny, Charlie Haden, Eddie Harris, Medeski, Martin & Wood, Bill Frisell, Brad Mehldau, Mavis Staples, Government Mule, Jack DeJohnette, Joe Lovano and Phil Lesh. Hes played and recorded with Tony Williams, Jim Hall, Ron Carter, Herbie Hancock, Joe Henderson, Dave Holland, Terumasa Hino among many jazz legends. Throughout his career Scofield has punctuated …
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A Go Go – John Scofield
Cover of A Go Go by John Scofield using my Fender signature JM strat through a Fender hot rod deluxe, boss loop station, and a tube screamer. I played the first part of his solo and then went off and improved my own stuff. Please Rate and tell me what you think.
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SaudadesWith the exception of Miles Davis’s Bitches Brew, Tony Williams’s group Lifetime–the pioneering late ’60s trio featuri… More >>
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Working with drummer Jack DeJohnette, bassist Dave Holland, and guitarist John Scofield, saxophonist Chris Potter recorded his most adventurous record to date with Unspoken. Although his powerhouse rhythm section sometimes overwhelms him, Potter flexes more creative muscle throughout Unspoken, resulting in an engaging, frequently provocative listen. ~ Leo Stanley, All Music Guide. Recording information: Make Believe Ballroom, West Shokan, NY (05/21/1997-05/23/1997). After a debut recording with Gerry Mulligan and Chet Baker, Scofield was a member of the Billy Cobham-George Duke band for two years. In 1977 he recorded with Charles Mingus, and joined the Gary Burton quartet. He began his international career as a bandleader and recording artist in 1978. From 1982-1985, Scofield toured and recorded with Miles Davis. His Davis stint placed him firmly in the foreground of jazz consciousness as a player and composer.Since that time he has prominently led his own groups in the international Jazz scene, recorded over 30 albums as a leader (many already classics) including collaborations with contemporary favorites like Pat Metheny, Charlie Haden, Eddie Harris, Medeski, Martin & Wood, Bill Frisell, Brad Mehldau, Mavis Staples, Government Mule, Jack DeJohnette, Joe Lovano and Phil Lesh. Hes played and recorded with Tony Williams, Jim Hall, Ron Carter, Herbie Hancock, Joe Henderson, Dave Holland, Terumasa Hino among many jazz legends. Throughout his career Scofield has punctuated …
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John Scofield trio Blue Note NYC 2004 part 8
John Scofield trio Blue Note NYC w/ Steve Swallow & Bill Stewart. this is the last part.
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This Meets ThatFollowing celebrated runs on the Enja, Arista, Gramavision, Blue Note and Verve labels, Scofield is proud to release his… More >>
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This clips host and iterview with John Scofield at the Ark in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Vinx doing “Funny Valentine” at the Intersection in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and the Brother’s Groove spreading funky inprovisational synchopated back beats at the last Frog Island Music Festival.
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plays since you asked and talks about his effects!
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Appearing as a duo on a Dutch TV Show, playing Moonlight in Vermont
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John Scofield:Jazz Funk GuitarBoth Volumes I and II of Jazz-Funk Guitar on one DVD. In Volume I, John’s multi-faceted style is covered in depth as he … More >>
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