{"title":"Stanley Clarke","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-message-1","title":"The Message","description":"\u003cp\u003e45 years after his album debut, four-time Grammy Award-winning bassist Stanley Clarke shows he is still unapproachable on both the electric and acoustic, wielding a vision of fusion and funk, breakbeats and bass-interpreted cello suites with a little help from friends like rapper\/beatboxer Doug E. Fresh and trumpeter Mark Isham.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacked by a young versatile band and a collection of tunes written in the midst of a tumultuous tour of Europe, 'The Message' swells with an abundance of strength, soul and astounding musicianship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'The Message' is unmistakably a Stanley Clarke record. Five decades of unapproachable bass mastery doesn't come easy and Clarke has no interest in relinquishing his throne. Propelled by the youthfulness of his bandmates, Clarke reaches even deeper into his bag of tricks for an incredibly satisfying listen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stanley Clarke Band: Stanley Clarke (bass), Cameron Graves (synthesizers), Beka Gochiashvili (acoustic piano), Mike Mitchell (drums)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mack Avenue","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":52322645901643,"sku":"R0245-6295","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/2000x2000bb_03d82889-c999-4936-a68d-6beccb1b9dc6.jpg?v=1750407277"},{"product_id":"up-1","title":"UP","description":"\u003cp\u003eLegendary bassist Stanley Clarke considers \u003cem\u003eUP\u003c\/em\u003e, to be the most energetic, rhythmic and upbeat album that he has ever done and with more than forty solo albums under his belt, that's saying quite a lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStanley's signature bass virtuosity and technical acumen is present throughout, but the enjoyment he had in making this album is also apparent. Unlike his predominant acoustic bass work on the last few albums, 'UP' is almost equal electric and acoustic bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes newly recorded versions of \"Scool Days\" and \"Brazilian Love Afair\", guests include Stewart Copeland, Chick Corea, Joe Walsh, Gerry Brown and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStanley Clarke has attained \"living legend\" status and has been a constant force of nature in American music since the early 1970s, with the success of the jazz-fusion group Return To Forever. During his 45+ year career, he has collaborated with Quincy Jones, Stan Getz, Art Blakey, Paul McCartney, Jeff Beck, Keith Richards, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, The Police, Herbie Hancock and many more. Doubling on acoustic and electric bass with equal ferocity, Clarke was the first jazz-fusion bassist ever to headline tours, selling out shows worldwide. Known for his intense dexterity and consummate musicality, Clarke is a true pioneer in jazz and jazz-fusion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mack Avenue","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":52322675851595,"sku":"R5877-9826","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/2000x2000bb_7a761b04-bc95-4cb2-a3e7-05daa3964014.jpg?v=1750407455"},{"product_id":"jazz-in-the-garden","title":"Jazz In The Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn a four decade career that includes membership of jazz fusion giants Return to Forever, bassist Stanley Clarke - one of the most prominent voices in electric jazz- had seemingly covered every possible corner of the jazz landscape. However he has never led a straightahead acoustic trio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis superb new CD is just that and sees Clarke joined by two brilliant collaborators at the top of their respective games: pianist Hiromi Uehara and drummer Lenny White. Hiromi is already one of the most exciting pianists on contemporary jazz scene with five Telarc CDs to her name and Lenny White is of course Clarke's rhythm section colleague from Return To Forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CD itself is a sure fire winner mixing subtle originals by Clarke and Hiromi with, amongst others, intriguing takes on standards from the pens of Miles Davis, John Coltrane and Joe Henderson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersonnel:\u003cbr\u003eStanley Clarke (acoustic bass), Hiromi (piano), Lenny White (drums)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heads Up","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":52322719498571,"sku":"R0291-7313","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/2000x2000bb_f0371777-e1b0-4514-b22a-8be943af6e4d.jpg?v=1750407604"},{"product_id":"live-in-denver-1979-mc","title":"Live in Denver 1979","description":"\u003cp\u003eStanley Clarke: Live at Denver's Rainbow Theater, October 24th, 1979 captures the legendary bassist at the height of his creative powers. Broadcast live on KBCO-FM and remastered here, this electrifying performance showcases Clarke's ground-breaking fusion of jazz, funk, and rock, delivered with the virtuosity and fearlessness that made him a genre-defining force. His bass work is bold, fluid, and explosive, supported by a powerhouse band locked into every twist and surge. From soulful grooves to high-energy improvisations, this rare radio session puts you right in the room for a night of innovation, intensity, and musical mastery. A must-hear document of Clarke in full flight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Offbeat","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":56140269977931,"sku":"R4790-0139","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/3552398502132.jpg?v=1766065808"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/de\/collections\/stanley-clarke.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}