Enigmatic Ocean

by Jean-Luc Ponty

Overview

Consistently imaginative, Enigmatic Ocean is one of Jean-Luc Ponty's finest accomplishments. The French violinist recorded his share of fusion gems during the 1970s, and this album is at the top of the list. Often aggressive but sometimes reflective and moody, this LP is as unpredictable as it is adventurous. Ponty has plenty of room to stretch out, let loose, and blow, and electric guitarists Allan Holdsworth and Daryl Stuermer contribute some inspired solos as well. Also quite impressive is the insightful and passionate drumming of Steve Smith, who went on to lead the superb fusion band Vital Information. Ponty takes one risk after another, and all of them pay off beautifully. ~ Alex Henderson

Product Details

Release Date:	11/22/2024
Label:	Friday Music Two
UPC:	0829421191100

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Jean-Luc Ponty   Primary Artist,Vocals,Violone,Conductor,Keyboards,Violectra,Bells,Piano
Ralphe Armstrong   Bass,Bass (Electric)
Daryl Stuermer   Guitar,Guitar (Rhythm),Guitar (Electric)
Allan Zavod   Organ,Piano,Clavinet,Keyboards,Synthesizer,Piano (Electric)
Allan Holdsworth   Guitar,Guitar (Electric)
Steve Smith   Drums

Technical Credits

Larry Hirsch   Engineer
Jean-Luc Ponty   Arranger,Composer,Producer,Orchestration
James Austin   Executive Producer
Andy Kent   Photography
Frank Moscati   Photography