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| Group Members: Robben Ford, Bob Mintzer, Jim Walker, Jimmy Haslip, Russell Ferrante, William Kennedy, Ricky Lawson, Marc Russo, Marcus Baylor
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| Biography: Although sometimes grouped with Spyro Gyra, Yellowjackets are actually one of the most creative regular groups in the "rhythm & jazz" genre. Founded in 1981 as an R&B-oriented band that starred guitarist Robben Ford, the group took a giant step forward when, after Ford's departure, altoist Marc Russo ...Read full biography |
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Released: 1995 Label: Warner Bros. Critics' Rating:  Perhaps the finest recording of this quartet's illustrious career, Dreamland captures the Yellowjackets at the peak of their compositional and performing craft. This band has moved far beyond its peers ...Read full reviewReleased: 1993 Label: GRP Records Critics' Rating: This is one of The Yellowjackets' most jazz-oriented sets. Roughly half of the music uses funky rhtyhms while the remainder is straightahead. "Jacket Town" sounds like it could have come from a good Eddie ...Read full review
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