Alain Caron - 1993 "Le Band"

First Alain caron solo recording after he left the legendary Band "UZEB". Lost of groove, funk, slap and fretless bass.

Widely heralded as the greatest electric bass player in the world, Montreal resident Alain Caron has put together possibly the finest band of its kind - from the musical elite of francophone Jazz - in producing his first solo album. A veteran of the legendary UZEB - the Roland Electronics endorsed super fusion group of the latter third of the last century -, Caron is an in-demand Artist around the globe for his musical, composing and arranging skills. A collection of predominantly original works revealing his own superb talents as a sideman and his awe-inspiring gifts as an improviser is joined by his tribute to Jaco Pastorious in the Charlie Parker tour de force, "Donna Lee". The grooves, originality and powerful arrangements in Caron's music reaffirm the remarkable contribution of Quebecois Artists to the world of Jazz.

Spectacular post Uzeb fusion effort by one of the best electric fusion bass player ever. Fantastic solos by Alain. He play so smooth and fluid that his instrument seems a horn. But this is not a mere bassist enthusiasts record. It contains true intelligent music not for show off. It's great music for bassist enthusiasts and for true music lovers.

Recorded and mixed at Studio Victor, Montreal in November-December 1992,  Le Band is a spectacular drive, full of fun and amazing solos compositions!

It is not only a great bass drive, but it is a work of great music for enthusiastic fans and music lovers!

“Le Band” is a very funky album and its recording was attended by Jerry De Villiers Jr. on guitar, Magella Cormier on drums and Gerry Etkins on keyboards.

A beautiful album that you should not miss: a milestone in the production of Alain Caron. Maturity and style of Caron, the precise connotations, reveals to listener a soul like few equals.

Alain Caron “Le Band” is great music, both for bass lovers and for true music lovers.

“Le Band” of Alain Caron received the Félix award as best album of the year in 1993.

Track Listing:

1. Jack Cannon (4:57)
2. S.E.C. (5:11)
3. 87 South (6:09)
4. No Way (5:22)
5. From T.O.P. (4:52)
6. Options (4:44)
7. Freedom Jazz Dance (3:36)
8. Lower East Side (7:12)
9. 3 in 4 (4:50)
10. Devil Shuffle (6:03)
11. Had to Go (4:32)

Total Time: 57:32

Personnel:

- Alain Caron / bass
- NMagella Cormier / drums
- Jerry De Villiers / guitars
- Gerry Etkins / keyboards