On Get Up, the legendary American percussion virtuoso, mallet master, and longtime Frank Zappa soundscape architect Ed Mann leads an absolute powerhouse contemporary vanguard ensemble into the studio to deliver a towering, hyper-articulated, and masterfully panoramic instrumental document. Released in 1988 by Kurt Renker’s premier German avant-progressive outpost CMP Records, this brilliant milestone stands as an exceptionally fluid, intricate peak in modern mallet-led fusion history, centering the entire sonic environment around the complex polyphonic layout of acoustic marimbas, electronic vibes, and dense brass arrangements. Spanning over 39 minutes of immaculate high-fidelity spatial design, the 6-track landscape operates with an intense, heavily syncopated, and beautifully balanced kinetic energy. Mann acts as a phenomenal structural orchestrator, weaving complex rhythmic geometry and rich atmospheric colors—firing off spectacular highlights like the fiercely driving opener This Is Tomorrow, the politically charged, polyrhythmic canvas of God Saves The Elephants, and the massive, 10-minute avant-garde closing epic The Final Tone. Driven by Mann's crystalline marimba velocity, Doug Lunn's soaring electric bass geometries, Chad Wackerman's explosive drum telemetry, and the legendary, biting horn extensions of Bruce and Walt Fowler, this pristine archive remains an indispensable masterpiece for serious jazz-rock purists and progressive percussion collectors worldwide.

On Have No Fear, the legendary American percussion virtuoso, mallet master, and longtime Frank Zappa soundscape architect Ed Mann leads an absolute powerhouse contemporary vanguard ensemble into the studio to deliver a towering, hyper-articulated, and masterfully panoramic instrumental document. Released in 1996 by Kurt Renker’s premier German avant-progressive outpost CMP Records, this brilliant milestone stands as an exceptionally fluid, intricate peak in modern mallet-led fusion history, centering the entire sonic environment around the complex polyphonic layout of acoustic marimbas and electronic vibes. Spanning over 41 minutes of immaculate high-fidelity spatial design, the 8-track landscape operates with an intense, heavily syncopated, and beautifully balanced kinetic energy. Mann acts as a phenomenal structural orchestrator, weaving complex rhythmic geometry and rich atmospheric colors—firing off spectacular highlights like the fiercely driving opener Resolution, the multi-layered, winding percussion paths of Snake Eyes, and the expansive, 8-minute closing epic The Third Day. Driven by Mann's crystalline marimba velocity, Doug Lunn's soaring fretless electric bass geometries, Michael O'Neill's sharp guitar shapes, and Burleigh Drummond's explosive drum telemetry, this pristine archive remains an indispensable masterpiece for serious jazz-rock purists and progressive percussion collectors worldwide.

Originally released in 1975 and reissued on CD by Blue Note in 2003, Montara stands as a landmark fusion of Latin jazz, soul-jazz, and breezy funk from vibraphone master Bobby Hutcherson. Backed by a stellar West Coast ensemble featuring keyboardist Patrice Rushen, trumpeter Oscar Brashear, saxophonist Ernie Watts, and an expansive percussion section including Francisco Aguabella and Harvey Mason, the album radiates a sunny, vibrant warmth. The tracklist is an exquisite blend of groove-heavy numbers, highlighted by the hypnotic, highly sampled title track "Montara," the driving rhythms of "Yuyo," and a brilliantly transformed, percussion-rich version of Tito Puente's iconic "Oye Como Va." Hutcherson's shimmering marimba and vibraphone textures effortlessly glide over infectious Afro-Cuban and funk-laden bass lines, creating a sophisticated yet deeply relaxed soundscape. It remains an essential, genre-blurring classic that perfectly encapsulates the creative freedom and melodic richness of mid-1970s jazz fusion architecture.

On Tjader-Ized: A Cal Tjader Tribute, the legendary American mallet virtuoso and Spyro Gyra anchor Dave Samuels leads an absolute vanguard assembly of Afro-Caribbean masters to deliver a spectacularly sun-drenched, heavy-grooving, and masterfully explosive studio document. Released in 1998 by the historic Verve label, this vibrant tribute milestone stands as the definitive contemporary celebration of vibraphone icon Cal Tjader's monumental legacy, seamlessly bridging classic mambo structures with modern post-bop and electronic keyboard sensibilities. Spanning over 63 minutes of immaculate high-fidelity spatial design, the 11-track landscape operates with an intense, heavily syncopated, and beautifully infectious kinetic energy. Samuels acts as a brilliant sonic bridge for a cross-generational mega-ensemble—firing off magnificent tracking highlights like the hard-hitting, percussion-heavy anthem Soul Sauce, the fierce horn arrangements of Viva Cepeda, and a breathtakingly soulful, modal transformation of Antonio Carlos Jobim's Triste. Driven by Samuels's sparkling, lightning-fast vibraphone runs, a staggering dual-piano cockpit featuring icons Eddie Palmieri and Michael Wolff, and the volcanic polyrhythmic push of Ray Barretto and Horacio "El Negro" Hernandez, this pristine archive remains an indispensable masterpiece for serious Latin jazz purists and global percussion collectors worldwide.

On Ten Degrees North, the legendary American mallet virtuoso and Spyro Gyra member Dave Samuels steps out as a leader to deliver a spectacularly sun-drenched, sophisticated, and masterfully rhythmic studio document. Released in 1989 by MCA Records, this vibrant crossover landmark serves as a brilliant exploration of global grooves, seamlessly weaving together Afro-Caribbean rhythms, contemporary jazz-fusion textures, and lush, melodic pop sensibilities. Spanning over 45 minutes of immaculate high-fidelity spatial design, the 11-track landscape operates with a shimmering, upbeat, and beautifully balanced kinetic energy. Samuels leads an absolute powerhouse assembly of contemporary jazz elite, firing off magnificent tracking highlights like the soaring, polyrhythmic opener White Nile, the smooth, driving syncopation of the title track Ten Degrees North, and the deeply moving, lyrical tribute Para Pastorius. Driven by Samuels's sparkling vibraphone runs, rich marimba counterpoint, John Patitucci's hyper-fluid basslines, and Alex Acuña's precision percussion engine, this pristine archive remains an indispensable masterpiece for serious contemporary fusion purists and tropical jazz collectors worldwide.

On Rings, the legendary godfather of Japanese avant-garde percussion Masahiko Togashi steps completely isolated into the studio to deliver a towering, deeply spiritual, and masterfully panoramic solo document. Recorded in Tokyo in 1975 and beautifully preserved on this digital archive by the legendary audiophile imprint East Wind, this avant-garde milestone stands as a monumental testament to absolute creative freedom, artistic resilience, and instrumental mastery. Spanning over 74 minutes of immaculate high-fidelity spatial design, the 12-part continuous landscape operates with an intense, deeply meditative, and beautifully balanced kinetic energy. Performing entirely alone following a life-altering accident that paralyzed his lower body, Togashi constructs a breathtaking, multi-layered acoustic environment using a specially modified drum kit and an array of pitched idiophones—firing off magnificent tracking highlights like the dense geometric movements of Ring 1 and Ring 2, the epic, sprawling structural centerpiece Ring 7, and the delicate, shimmering textures of Ring 11. Driven by his impeccable polyrhythmic focus, exquisite sense of spatial silence, and mesmerizing mallet runs, this pristine archive remains an indispensable masterpiece for serious avant-garde purists and global percussion collectors worldwide.

Not only does this LP feature a "new quartet," but it marks the beginning of Gary Burton's longtime association with ECM. In general, Burton's ECM dates were more introverted and laid-back than his more diverse Atlantic releases, but they always had their moments of interest. On this set, the vibraphonist, guitarist Mick (then known as Michael) Goodrick, bassist Abraham Laboriel, and drummer Harry Blazer perform numbers by Chick Corea ("Open Your Eyes, You Can Fly"), Keith Jarrett ("Coral"), Gordon Beck, Carla Bley, and Mike Gibbs, in addition to Burton's "Brownout." Intriguing if not essential music.

Marc is releasing a new album “Interesting Times” featuring vocalist Sarah Pillow. In addition to vibraphone, Marc plays half of the drum tracks on this album as well as percussion. This fourth solo release reflects on the very “Interesting Times” we live in, and it all translates into a realistic and hope-filled view of the future.