V.A/ ECM Special (Compilation 1973)

A Japanese-produced compilation of previously unreleased takes from ECM Records, the prestigious German contemporary jazz label. Produced to commemorate Trio Records beginning domestic distribution of ECM releases in Japan.

Featuring eight tracks, including a slightly slower take of Chick Corea And Return To Forever’s “Captain Marvel,” Paul Bley’s percussive and spacious “Seven II,” Paul Motian Trio’s atmospheric “Georgian Bay,” Ralph Towner Trio’s “Brujo II” featuring members of Oregon, Keith Jarrett’s abstract “Counterphonymic,” and Jan Garbarek Trio’s Norwegian folk-inspired “Bruremarsj.”

An essential compilation that offers a fascinating glimpse into the distinctive sound and aesthetic that made ECM so influential.