Third Eye - Connexion (1977)

Embark on a sonic voyage with Third Eye's transcendent masterpiece, "Connexion," a mesmerizing fusion of modal jazz, spiritual vibes, and pulsating grooves. Led by bassist Ali Haurand, this international ensemble brings together a stellar lineup of jazz luminaries to create an album that defies genre boundaries and captivates the listener from start to finish.
At the helm of this musical odyssey is Jamaican saxophone legend Wilton Gaynair, whose soulful tenor and soprano saxophone melodies soar above the hypnotic rhythms laid down by Frank Köllges on drums and percussion, Rob van den Broeck on Fender Piano and Arp-Odyssey Synthesizer, and Steve Boston on congas. With Gerd Dudek adding his virtuosic saxophone and flute to the mix, the ensemble crafts a sound that is as adventurous as it is exhilarating.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Maroon Dance" to the ethereal landscapes of "Landings," each track on "Connexion" takes the listener on a sonic journey that transcends time and space. The album's intricate compositions and improvisational interplay showcase the collective genius of these seasoned musicians, while also leaving plenty of room for moments of spontaneous creativity and exploration.
Recorded in 1977 at Procom Studio in Kirchhellen, Germany, "Connexion" captures the essence of a bygone era while also pushing the boundaries of what jazz can be. With its seamless blend of Latin, African, and Brazilian influences, the album stands as a testament to the enduring power of music to unite people across cultures and continents.
Originally released on the now-legendary Ring Records label in a limited edition of 600 copies, "Connexion" quickly became a sought-after collector's item among jazz aficionados. Now, thanks to the tireless efforts of Ekkehart Fleischhammer and Roskow Kretschmann, the album is available once again in all its glory, remastered from the original master tapes and presented in a deluxe 6-page digipack CD and limited vinyl LP format.
So sit back, relax, and let the hypnotic grooves of Third Eye's "Connexion" transport you to a world of musical bliss. With its visionary compositions, virtuosic performances, and boundless sense of adventure, this is an album that will leave you spellbound from the very first note.
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/ wt.flac

[@robertjack4329]

I used to think I knew a lot about Jazz. The internet proved me wrong.

[@rodrigoaquinoofficial]

Same here...

[@shuangchen7980]

Looked it up on all my music apps and couldn’t find it.

[@Hergreenman]

And then we all realised, one by one, that we are jazz!

[@joecolon3381]

I agree.

[@tronique]

KZbin is teaching humility. I thought I knew a lot about electronic music of the 70s/80s …

[@marcobartolomeo6274]

1. Maroon Dance (10:50) 2. The Healer (8:36) 3. Landings (12:43) 4. Ogetnom (8:52) Line-up / Musicians - Wilton Gaynair / tenor & soprano saxophones, percussion - Gerd Dudek / tenor saxophone, flute - Ali Haurand / acoustic bass - Frank Köllges / drums & percussion - Rob van den Broeck / Fender Rhodes, ARP Odyssey - Steve Boston / congas

[@derekgreenwood9672]

A cup of strong coffee, a post-breakfast Camel filter, the gentle birdsong filtering through the window in rural France, and this...! The world ain't such a bad place. .Many thanks for the upload.

[@wtflac]

Sounds exactly like my morning, except the rural France bit. Glad you're tuned in!

[@causelost47]

Need any farmhands there in France? 😂

[@Hologhoul]

That is so evocative and I think the music could also suit a lazy morning in the city, for example here in London... Sound of trains casually clattering past....slice of toast....people coming and going for various reasons....

[@marcelobracalente]

Bring me wine

[@anthonyrodriguez7950]

Gotta quit smoking tho

[@anderlemaridas2368]

I am new in the Jazzy court but i like

[@adrianfundescu5407]

70's sound ....wow . So much more interesting than today .

[@soundvision10]

Arguably more difficult in very basic human areas of survival however the kinetics of our current paradigm are not so much worse perhaps more layered and therefore we need to become more creative to survive and be gratefully content and celebrate joyous everlasting life. HU

[@AdemC.-zn1gs]

💪💪💪💪

[@alanallanalan]

Disagree but it is awesome and that 70s sound is very warm and cozy

[@camuy4142]

Amazing!

[@antoniojames3756]

Timeless

[@MetalSlugzMaster]

I absolutely love how they mastered this. Big, ringing. Loud mids, heavy bass.

[@rhybreadguy]

Makes it so good for listening at high decibles

[@brianj4201]

Been getting deep into Jazz and Blues lately. So far I really dug Donald Byrd, I also dig this too.

[@user-jq9sb6fx5m]

Jazz + Funk So-called fusion. Oh, 50 years...

[@M0D60]

Sooo muucch music 🎶 So little time

[@Da_Publick]

This is definitely 'Destination OUT.'

[@danroux4010]

Thanks for posting this unique album.

[@elisavieira737]

Beautiful, picture too ❤

[@michaeldempsey3281]

This is superb

[@joserobertofrancisco1654]

Esse mundo da música é fantástico...pessoas de outros lugares com seus mundos ...nos fazem lembrar do nosso mundo ... valeuuuu

[@rakim126]

The artist and album name are two decades ahead of their time.

[@ivankorolev3479]

Fantastic music!!!! Thank you so much

[@rodrigoaquinoofficial]

Music is all.

[@daggzg]

Fantastic!

[@ZachLee-wl3yg]

Saved my day

[@MrAngelogianluca]

STUPENDO CONTRABBASSO!!!

[@LaudaCosta]

Wow !!!

[@francocaroguzman9448]

Me transporte a un capitulo de HEY ARNOLD caminando por el terreno baldío a punto de jugar un partido de baseball, demasiado genial el disco.

[@wtflac]

Qué transporte tan increíble tener. Me alegra que lo hayas disfrutado.

[@oni6286]

The track 1 is like "Freedom Jazz Dance".

[@teelurizzo8542]

Totally, I heard it right away, you beat me to it.

[@fredfol1]

Yes it is....

[@Sunshinepati]

Let this pure energy take more and more place, and totallly invade yourself … ✨❤✨❤✨❤✨❤️✨

Una obra de arte!

[@user-ox4pf2pm3f]

Cool!

[@mr.kitsbeagle9093]

Super !

[@gavriilnick4225]

Holy smokes...!!!!!....wonderful upload... thanks bud

[@tomgroene1338]

thank you Ali

[@anderlemaridas2368]

I like Saxophon very much,remember me at Lisa Simpsons and toothfleshbleeding Joe

[@IndiAcres]

😂 bleeding gums Murphy?

[@wolfthrone1746]

yeahhhhhhhhhhh smooth bronxxx

[@warren284]

truly fine. thanks

[@ZachLee-wl3yg]

❤

[@oscarwilde5473]

flac ... am I right in my thinking that the picture of the window in your video, comes from a 1968 Michael Caine film called, Deadfall ... ?? ...

[@jamesearlcash1758]

This album sounds like a spinoff of the band Weather Report which is odd considering that Connexion's other alnums have their own unique sound to them.

[@brainwashalpha5495]

Still banging tho

[@aresx2932]

🔝🔝🔝🔝

[@ivankovalenko5694]

!!!!

[@djgromivanov6674]

🎼🎼💎💎

[@mountainman8775]

Tones have dated well, sound is very fresh especially the drum tone imo

[@Hologhoul]

This is grrrreat!

[@coborobo3943]

1:44

[@godislove8740]

well it's apparently not adhd. Why would I care?

[@benfried3745]

Formerly known as Anus; then changed to Brown Eye - finally settled on this name as the others caused a big stink with the public

[@olehblashchuk9483]