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BOZZIO LEVIN STEVENS back to artists page Terry Bozzio - Drums and Electronic Tape Loops Steve Stevens - All Guitars Tony Levin - Basses and Stick Terry Bozzio, Tony Levin, and Steve Stevens. Think about it. At best, a supergroup. At the very least, a brave step towards preserving creativity and integrity in the current music scene. Virtuoso playing, changing moods and brilliant compositions are the results of this unique blend of talents. Terry Bozzio has been a part of so many wonderful and innovative musical experiences. From his 12 albums and many tours with Frank Zappa to his work with UK, the Brecker Brothers, Jeff Beck and, of course, Terry's innovative pop group Missing Persons, he has set a new standard for drummers throughout the world. By approaching the drums not as a traditional rock percussion instrument but as a melodic and dynamics-related organ of the band which can be shifted into overdrive for the more powerful sections of music, Terry has become an icon of integrity and true talent among drummers. His performances on Black Light Syndrome and Situation Dangerous showcase these virtues and more. Tony Levin is generally hailed as the leading creative bassist in rock. His work with Peter Gabriel and King Crimson are just some of the things for which he is noted. But because his body of work is so extensive it becomes easy to overlook his stints with such greats as Paul Simon, Lou Reed, James Taylor and John Lennon. His use of instruments such as the Chapman Stick and the NS Electric Upright further enhance the rhythmic and melodic genius he so naturally provides. On the surface, Steve Stevens may seem an unlikely candidate to be paired with such musical luminaries as Bozzio and Levin. But Steve's professional credentials and musical pedigree are every bit as credible as they should be. Billy Idol's records (Billy Idol, Rebel Yell, Whiplash Smile) were some of the most galvanic music of the 80s and it was Stevens' consummate writing and playing that many credit as the foundation for their success. Steve's exciting musical and video appearances with Michael Jackson on "Dirty Diana" brought Steve much attention. He became involved in a series of motion pictures whose soundtracks contain songs by Steve Stevens. Big, Ace Ventura, Speed and Top Gun (for which Steve won a Grammy) are just a few of the films which feature Steve's work. He has also been involved with such diverse and high caliber artists as Joni Mitchell, Robert Palmer, The Thompson Twins and Ric Ocasek. Steve's performances run the gamut of styles including heavy rock, fusion, flamenco, improvisational blues and electronic soundscapes among others. The musicality Steve demonstrates in the playing and compositional aspects of these performances is very deep indeed. Magna Carta has released two Bozzio Levin Stevens CDs, Black Light Syndrome (1997) and Situation Dangerous (2000). |
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Bozzio Levin Stevens ...essentially it is a perfect melding of jazz, progressive rock, ambient and just plain jamming... This really is an exceptional and original album by three musicians who seem to have a good musical empathy and may prove to be the power trio of the decade. – Relix DISCOGRAPHY: |
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Situation Dangerous [2000] |
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Black Light Syndrome [1997] |
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