Pat Metheny Group American Garage LP Vinyl UNPLAYED MINT NO SHRINK 1ST PRESS NEW
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NO SHRINK WRAP BUT UNPLAYED AND MINT VINYL AND SLEEVE THIS IS THE FIRST PRESSING WITH THE ECM ON THE RUNOUT SPACE
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Pat Metheny Group – American Garage (1979)
Pat Metheny Group's American Garage is a groundbreaking jazz fusion and progressive jazz album released in 1979. This was the second studio album by the Pat Metheny Group, featuring Metheny’s signature warm guitar tone, lyrical melodies, and a unique fusion of jazz, rock, and folk influences. The album is often considered one of Metheny's most accessible and rock-influenced recordings, making it a standout in his early catalog.
Album Details:
- Artist: Pat Metheny Group
- Album: American Garage
- Released: 1979
- Label: ECM Records
- Genre: Jazz Fusion, Progressive Jazz, Jazz-Rock
- Producer: Manfred Eicher
Band Members:
- Pat Metheny – Electric & Acoustic Guitars
- Lyle Mays – Keyboards, Synthesizers, Piano
- Mark Egan – Bass
- Dan Gottlieb – Drums
The chemistry between Metheny and Lyle Mays (keyboards) was especially important in defining the group’s sound, combining lush synthesizers with Metheny’s fluid guitar work.
Tracklist & Notable Songs:
- "(Cross the) Heartland" – A classic Metheny composition, featuring bright, melodic guitar work and a strong sense of movement.
- "Airstream" – A smooth, atmospheric jazz-fusion track with floating synths and intricate rhythms.
- "The Search" – A more introspective, cinematic piece showcasing Mays' lush keyboard textures.
- "American Garage" – The title track, featuring an energetic, rock-influenced groove, capturing the essence of Metheny’s Midwest roots.
- "The Epic" – A 12-minute fusion masterpiece, blending atmospheric sections with high-energy improvisation.
First Pressing Details:
- Label: ECM Records (Catalog #: ECM-1-1155)
- Vinyl: 12” LP, 33 1/3 RPM
- Cover Art: Features a photograph of a small-town garage, emphasizing the album’s American heartland inspiration.
- Matrix/Runout (Etching): First pressings typically have ECM-specific etchings in the runout groove.
Legacy & Influence:
- One of the Pat Metheny Group’s breakthrough albums, helping define the jazz-fusion sound of the late '70s and early '80s.
- Marked a shift toward more rock and folk influences, making Metheny’s music more accessible to a broader audience.
- The track "(Cross the) Heartland" is considered one of Metheny’s signature pieces and is still performed in his live shows.
- Helped solidify ECM Records as a leading label for modern jazz and fusion.
Collector’s Value:
- Near Mint (NM) or Sealed Copies: $40-$80
- VG+ (Very Good Plus) Copies: $20-$40
- Common Pressings/Reissues: $10-$25
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