album · March 25, 2016
A Genuine Tong Funeral
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This 2016 release revisits material from Gary Burton's earlier work, captured live in concert. It showcases his signature four-mallet technique and his enduring influence on jazz fusion.
- The album was recorded live at the Blue Note in New York City. It features performances of material from Burton's extensive back catalog. The album was released on the Jazz Connoisseur label.
- The album features a quartet including guitarist Julian Lage, bassist Steve Swallow, and drummer Antonio Sanchez. Carnegie Hall is also featured on the album.
- The album was produced by Gary Burton and Ken Christianson.
Gary Burton is a vibraphonist from Indiana, known for his pioneering work in jazz fusion and his innovative four-mallet technique. By 2016, Burton had a long and celebrated career, and "A Genuine Tong Funeral" was a late-career release that revisited material from his earlier work.
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