John Abercrombie
- Type: Legacy Bandleader
- Born: December 16, 1944 in Port Chester, New York, United States
- Died: August 22, 2017, Cortlandt Manor, New York, United States
- Active: 1969 - 2017
Biography
A guitarist whose introspective and harmonically advanced style made him a key voice in the #ECM# Records roster. Abercrombie's playing was versatile, ranging from high-energy fusion with *Billy Cobham* to the spacious, atmospheric soundscapes he explored as a leader. He was known for his lyrical phrasing and his use of electronic effects to create unique textures. His debut album, 'Timeless,' featuring *Jan Hammer* and *Jack DeJohnette*, is a classic of the genre.
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John Abercrombie Discography
- Timeless (1975) - Album - rated 4.38/5
- Characters (1978) - Album - rated 4.01/5
- Arcade (1979) - Album - rated 3.95/5
- Night (1984) - Album - rated 3.42/5
- Getting There (1988) - Album - rated 3.27/5
- Animato (1990) - Album - rated 3.08/5
- Open Land (1999) - Album - rated 3.95/5
- The Third Quartet (2007) - Album - rated 3.75/5