{"product_id":"gary-bartz-bartz-1980","title":"Gary Bartz – Bartz","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGary Bartz – Bartz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReleased in 1980, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBartz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e finds acclaimed saxophonist Gary Bartz embracing the sophisticated jazz-funk and soul-infused sounds that defined much of his work during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Having established himself as one of the most respected figures in modern jazz through collaborations with artists including Miles Davis and his own influential NTU Troop, Bartz continued to push musical boundaries by blending jazz improvisation with funk, soul, and contemporary R\u0026amp;B.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown for his expressive alto and soprano saxophone playing, Bartz developed a distinctive style that combined technical excellence with accessibility, helping to bridge the gap between traditional jazz audiences and fans of groove-oriented contemporary music. On \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBartz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, he delivers a polished collection of melodic, rhythm-driven tracks filled with infectious basslines, smooth vocals, and sophisticated arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights include the uplifting Need Your Love, the infectious groove of Keep Goin' On, and the elegant Love Prelude \/ After The Love Has Gone, which incorporates elements of the classic Earth, Wind \u0026amp; Fire composition. Elsewhere, Rockin' All Night and Music showcase the album's crossover appeal, while instrumental moments such as One-Eyed Jack and After Glow provide ample space for Bartz's accomplished musicianship to shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining smooth production, soulful melodies, and jazz-funk sophistication, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBartz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remains a standout release from a period when jazz artists were successfully exploring new musical territory while retaining their improvisational roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracklist:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-spread=\"false\" start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed Your Love\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep Goin' On\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLove Prelude \/ After The Love Has Gone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRockin' All Night\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-spread=\"false\" start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-Eyed Jack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter Glow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Give It Your Best), Shot!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/M3R1N5eL2Eg?si=ZMZJoHzKo5sjaMdm\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arista Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54177032962390,"sku":"AB 4263","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1013\/7686\/files\/Gary_Bartz_-_Bartz_1980_Album_cover_jazz_funk.jpg?v=1781292398","url":"https:\/\/www.sounds-grounds.co.uk\/products\/gary-bartz-bartz-1980","provider":"Sounds + Grounds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}