Al di Meola - Splendido Hotel 1980

Talk about ambitious. This two-LP set finds guitarist Al di Meola performing with his quintet of the time (featuring keyboardist Philippe Saisse), with studio musicians, solo, in a reunion with pianist Chick Corea, singing a love song, and welcoming veteran Les Paul for a version of "Spanish Eyes." Most of the music works quite well and it shows thatdi Meola (best-known for his speedy rock-oriented solos) is a surprisingly well-rounded and versatile musician. AMG.

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