Bill Connors
Step It!
The Story
Another essential CD for Bill Connors (ex-Return To Forever) fans is "Step It!", which offers prime examples of fluid, legato guitar in a Coltrane-meets-Hendrix, fusion context. Not only is Connors a silky smooth lead player, but his rhythm work is particularly intricate and inspiring. Bassist Tom Kennedy and drummer Dave Weckl also stand out - Kennedy with his poly-rhythmic stylings and Weckl with his energy, feel and panache. Produced by guitarist Steve Khan (who guest solos on "Twinkle"), "Step It!" is a super companion disc to Double Up, and also a great introduction to the work of Connors for the uninitiated. Remarkable fusion from a pioneer who can still deliver excellence.
The Music
| 03:36 | Lydia | Instrumental |
| 08:52 | A Pedal | Instrumental |
| 04:34 | Step It | Instrumental |
| 04:51 | Cookies | Instrumental |
| 04:15 | Brody | Instrumental |
| 05:59 | Twinkle | Instrumental |
| 06:36 | Titan | Instrumental |
| 05:11 | Flickering Lights | Instrumental |
The Artists
| Bill Connors | Guitar, Mixing |
| Tom Kennedy | Electric Bass |
| Dave Weckl | Drums, Mixing |
| Steve Khan | Second Guitar on "Twinkle", Production, Mixing |
| Doug Epstein | Production, Engineering, Mixing |
| Jerry Gordon | Reissue Production |
| Ed O'Connor | Engineering Assistance |
| Mark Rossi | Engineering Assistance |
| Victor Deyglio | Engineering Assistance |
| Greg Calbi | Mastering |
| David Tan | Cover Photography |
| Douglas Lichterman | Executive Production |
| Recorded at Mediasound, New York City, on June 12-13 and October 15, 1984.
Mixed at Mediasound. Mastered at Sterling Sound. |
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