Starbright cover

Released 50 years ago

Starbright

Pat Martino · 1976

33 min · 12 tracks · jazz fusion · soul jazz

Fluid guitar lines weave through intricate arrangements, merging jazz fusion with soulful melodies and rhythmic complexity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • fluid melodies for relaxed afternoons
  • short tracks for quick listening
  • intricate arrangements invite close attention
  • conversational guitar lines spark curiosity

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, cohesive albums
  • seek immediate catchy tunes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Starbright' was Pat Martino's first album after recovering from a serious health crisis that had sidelined his career. At this point, Martino had already established himself in the jazz scene with earlier works but sought to redefine his sound post-recovery, bringing fresh perspectives to his music.
Stylistic neighbors
John Scofield· Mike Stern· Larry Coryell

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Starbright 3:38
  • 2 Eyes 2:36
  • 3 Law 3:35
  • 4 Fall 2:04
  • 5 Deeda 3:43
  • 6 Starbright Epilogue 0:31
  • 7 Masquerada 2:53
  • 8 Nefertiti 2:51
  • 9 Blue Macaw 3:03
  • 10 City Lights 0:55
  • 11 Prelude 6:30
  • 12 Epilogue 1:00

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