Billy Cobham is one of the greatest jazz-fusion drummers from the last
decades. Shortly after he left the band Mahavishnu Orchestra he released his
debut solo album Spectrum. Infuenced
by the music of Miles Davis he combines elements from the jazz with rock and
psychedelia. From the subtle parts to the more aggressive moments, it’s an
album in which Cobham shows his identity to the public. The music quartet
recorded some lengthy pieces, out of which “Stratus” is the absolute
masterpiece. The funky grooves and effective guitar melodies blend together very
well and the jazz comes alive in the outstanding drum play by Cobham.
“Quadrant 4” is another great track in which the music erupts and the
synergy between the musicians can be felt. As a member of the Mahavishnu
Orchestra and in his collaboration with Miles Davis, Billy Cobham earned
recognition for his impressive playstyle and live performance.