John McLaughlin has one of the richest artistic legacies in modern music, not only for his unmatched technique but also for his boundless curiosity. From early masterpieces, Extrapolation and Love Devotion Surrender (with Carlos Santana), to the genre-bending invention of Mahavishnu Orchestra and the blistering acoustic explorations with Al Di Meola and Paco de Lucia, John has always sought the new and transcendent. His work seeks a profound spiritual connection. Now, he has brought his singular vision to the world of film music with his score, Music for Abandoned Heights.
Compositionally, McLaughlin poured his imagination into the film’s script, crafting a rich blend of hot fusion and pensive ballads. He describes his writing process: “In my mind I…
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John McLaughlin makes his return with Live at Montreux Jazz Festival 2022 through earMUSIC. This essential live album beautifully captures the seamless synergy between John and his longtime band The 4th Dimension.
On July 11th, 2022, John returned to the Montreux Jazz Festival with The 4th Dimension and award-winning special guest Jany McPherson on piano and vocals. Delivering a masterclass in fusion to the audience of Stravinski Auditorium. Performing favorites such as New Blues Old Bruise, El Hombre Que Sabia, as well as Pharoah Sanders The Creator Has a Master Plan. Johns history with the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival spans 52 years as a headlining artist and sometime guest performer.