Gamalon - Gamalon
Review by Vladislav Gubarev
Gamalon's self-titled album, released in 1987, is a fusion masterpiece that showcases the band's incredible musicianship and creative vision. The album features complex compositions that blend elements of jazz, rock, funk, and world music, creating a unique sound that is both intricate and accessible.
From the opening track, "KGB", it's clear that Gamalon means business. The band's tight rhythm section lays down a funky groove, while the horns and keyboards interweave in a complex and captivating melody. The rest of the album follows suit, with each track offering something new and exciting.
One standout is "Arrakis", a hauntingly beautiful piece that combines Middle Eastern scales with a jazz sensibility. The track builds slowly, with each instrument adding its own layer of texture and emotion, until it reaches a powerful climax that leaves the listener breathless.
Another highlight is "Lullaby for Lenny", a tribute to the late jazz pianist Lenny Tristano. The track is a showcase for keyboardist Bruce Brucato, who delivers a stunning solo that captures the spirit of Tristano's pioneering work.
Table of Contents
Download
Filename: gamalon-gamalon.rar- MP3 size: 41 mb
- FLAC size: 340 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| The King | 5:42 | |
| Ooh Babe | 04:24 | |
| Billy's Saloon | 5:45 | |
| Cabin #14 | 6:46 | |
| Ooh...Babe | 4:24 | |
| Souvenirs | 6:36 | |
| Jungle Fever | 5:12 | |
| Black Licorice | 4:25 | |
| Billy's Saloon | ||
| The King | 5:43 |
Video
Images
Catalog Numbers
- AHMK 93318
- AMH 93318
- AMH 3318
- AMH 53318
Labels
- Unidisc
- Amherst Records
Listen online
- escuchar en línea
- lytte på nettet
- online luisteren
- écouter en ligne
- ouvir online
- lyssna på nätet
- ascolta in linea
- kuunnella verkossa
- online anhören
Formats
- CD
- Album
- Reissue
- Vinyl
- LP
- Promo
- Cassette
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Amherst Records, Inc. |
| Copyright (c) | Amherst Records, Inc. |
| Manufactured By | Amherst Records |
| Marketed By | Amherst Records |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Bass | Tom Reinhardt |
| Cover | Chris Santarose |
| Drums | Ted Reinhardt |
| Producer | Ted Reinhardt |
| Mixed By | Ted Reinhardt |
| Engineer | Bill Kothen |
| Recorded By | Bill Kothen |
| Guitar | Bruce Brucato, George Puleo |
| Instruments | Ted Reinhardt (tracks: 7) |
| Mastered By | Bernie Grundman |
| Piano | Tom Schuman (tracks: 3, 6) |
| Executive-Producer | Leonard Silver |
| Written-By | B. Brucato (tracks: A1, A3, A4, B1), G. Puleo (tracks: AB, A4, B1, B2), Ted Reinhardt (tracks: A4, B1, B3), Tom Reinhardt (tracks: A4, B1) |
Notes
- Gatefold.
- Recorded and mixed at Select Sound Studios, Kenmore, New York City.
- The album is dedicated to: Ed and Joan Reinhardt, without whose help, inspiration and love, this project would not have been possible.
- White Label
- "PROMOTIONAL USE ONLY" on label
- amh 3318
- sealed reissue with hype sticker
Barcodes
- Barcode: 057362933187
- Barcode: 5161733189
- Matrix / Runout: (Variant 1) Technidisc #219-127-007-H 12/29/87C AMHERST "GAMALON"
- Matrix / Runout: (Variant 2) Technidisc #219-127-007-G 12/29/87B AMHERST "GAMALON"
- Barcode: 05161733181
- Other: no bar code
- Barcode: 5161-73318-4
About Gamalon
Members
- Ted Reinhardt
- Tom Reinhardt
- George Puleo
- Bruce Brucato
Summary by Vladislav Gubarev
Comments
*Edit: all I had to do was buust out the CD to see it's dedicated to him.
Saw these guys about a half dozen times in small clubs in Boston back in the eighties. Everybody I turned them onto was wowed by them. They kicked ass. Saw em 2 or 3 times at Nightstage, what a perfect venue.Ahh the good ole days of the music scene back in The Hub in the 70.s 80's. The Channel,9 Landsdowne, Axxis, Bunrattys (ratbunnys) Mr. C's Rock Palace. Seeing the Chili Peppers in a 100 person shithole in Somerville in purple & gold body paint not long after the C's lost to the fakers. Nothin like The Hub miusic scene back in the day.