Al Di Meola – Flesh On Flesh (2002) [SACD / Telarc – SACD-63543]

Title: Al Di Meola – Flesh On Flesh (2002)
Genre: Jazz
Format: MCH SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

Al Di Meola’s Flesh on Flesh, his fourth Telarc album, expands his musical horizons. He’s joined by World Sinfonia members Gumbi Ortiz (percussion) and Mario Parmisano (keyboards), plus Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Alejandro Santos, and bassist Anthony Jackson. Di Meola plays various guitars, including a Les Paul, Stratocaster, and Conde-Romano acoustic, delivering timeless, memorable lines. The eight compositions, like “Flesh on Flesh,” “Zona Desperata,” and “Fugata,” are masterful. In “Flesh on Flesh,” Di Meola plays five instruments, while “Fugata” features a Fender Rhodes duet with Rubalcaba. The album captures the live energy of Di Meola’s performances in a fresh context. Each track celebrates new musical forms, rhythmic reinterpretations, and Di Meola’s virtuosic guitar sound. The compositions reflect beauty, culture, and sensual imagery that inspire him. Flesh on Flesh blends dynamic concepts and technological updates seamlessly. It’s a must-have for fans of Di Meola’s inimitable style.

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Tracklist:

01. Zona Desperata
02. Innamorata
03. Meninas
04. Flesh on Flesh
05. Fugata
06. Deep and Madly
07. Saffire Soleil
08. Señor Mouse

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