Parallel Realities/MA,USA 06.24.1990

This release captures the super quartet, Parallel Realities, at their June 24th performance at the Hatch Memorial Shell in Boston during their 1990 North American tour, using a rare audience recording. Unlike broadcast recordings, it offers a unique sense of presence and atmosphere, vividly capturing the tense interplay between the four musicians on stage. Metheny’s ethereal guitar, Hancock’s intelligent yet bold keyboard work, Holland’s powerful bass, and DeJohnette’s free-flowing drumming all contribute to a sophisticated blend of melodies, funk, fusion, and contemporary jazz, developing into dynamic, live-only experiences. Tracks like “Nine Over Reggae,” “The Eye Of The Hurricane,” and “Cantaloupe Island” particularly showcase the exhilarating clash of the four musicians’ personalities as the music transforms. Live At Hatch Memorial Shell, Boston, MA 06/24/1990 Disc 1 1.Sadow Dance 2.Indigo Dreamscapes 3.John McKee 4.Nine Over Reggae 5.Silver Hollow Disc 2 1.Cantaloup Island 2.Blue 3.The Good Life 4.Jack Speaks 5.The Eye Of The Hurricane 6.Jack In Herbie Hancock(p, keyb) Pat Metheny(g) Dave Holland(b) Jack DeJonnette(dr)