Billy Cobham - The Art Of Three -2001- -eac-flac- ((free)) May 2026

Showcases a "mellow mood," moving away from his "thunder-like" fusion style to explore nuanced acoustic textures.

The 2001 release represents a significant departure for legendary drummer Billy Cobham . Known primarily as a pioneer of high-energy jazz-fusion and a founding member of the Mahavishnu Orchestra , Cobham shifts gears here to lead a purely acoustic jazz trio alongside two other titans of the genre: pianist Kenny Barron and bassist Ron Carter . Album Overview and Personnel Billy Cobham - The Art of Three -2001- -EAC-FLAC-

Mixing and mastering were completed at Studio Paudèze II in Switzerland by engineer Blaise Grandjean . Showcases a "mellow mood," moving away from his

Recorded in January 2001 during a European tour, the album captures live performances from concerts in and Oslo, Norway . While Cobham is the titular leader, critics highlight that the recording is an "essentially collaborative work," with no single musician dominating the spotlight. Album Overview and Personnel Mixing and mastering were

Acts as a "harmonic dynamo," providing inventive accompaniment and contributing the original piece "New Waltz".