Solar is a studio album by jazz guitarists John Abercrombie and John Scofield. It was initially released in 1984 by Palo Alto Records and reissued in 2001 by West Wind Records.
Reception Ken Dryden of Allmusic stated "Guitarists John Abercrombie and John Scofield join forces for these early-'80s sessions, mostly duets while occasionally adding bassist George Mraz and drummer Peter Donald. They delve into the jazz canon with an intricate duet of 'Solar', a driving, Latin-fused take of 'Four on Six' (in which Abercrombie overdubs an electric mandolin), and a dreamy duo interpretation of 'If You Could See Me Now.' The sole standard, 'I Should Care', fares just as well in their hands, which settles into a relaxed exchange between the two players as if they are playing for themselves alone. Scofield's 'Small Wonder' is scored for the quartet, a bristling post-bop vehicle with a feature for Mraz as well. Abercrombie's introspective 'Sing Song' best contrasts the styles of the two leaders, with the composer a bit more melodic and Scofield with a more brittle attack. This is an enjoyable CD that has stood the test of time very well."
Track listing
Personnel John Abercrombie – guitars, electric mandolin (3, 5) John Scofield – guitars George Mraz – bass (3, 5, 7) Peter Donald – drums (3, 5, 7)
Production Orrin Keepnews – producer, liner notes John Abercrombie – co-producer, liner notes John Scofield – co-producer, liner notes Fred Catero – engineer (1, 3, 5–7) Mike McDonald – engineer (2, 4) Roger Wiersema – assistant engineer (1, 3, 5–7) George Horn – mastering at Fantasy Studios (Berkeley, California) Herb Wong – art direction Chuck Walker – design Lee Townsend – back cover photography David Cavagnaro – cover photography
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