1.) Al Di Meola – Scenario Vinyl, LP, Album - 1st Japanese Pressing - 1983 - Japan - CBS/Sony – 25AP 2705 Media: NM to MINT / Sleeve, Insert & OBI: MINT A1 Mata Hari 6:05 A2 African Night 4:51 A3 Island Dreamer 4:06 A4 Scenario 3:58 B1 Sequencer 4:08 B2 Cachaca 5:35 B3 Hypnotic Conviction 3:52 B4 Calliope 4:19 B5 Scoundrel 3:46 With this recording, Al di Meola thankfully left behind the pop-fusion sound that he had perfected with Jan Hammer. This was his first venture using the Roland guitar synthesizer and a drum machine. The technology used on this recording sounds dated, but the intent seems genuine. Jan Hammer's Miami Vice sound can be heard throughout, especially on "Sequencer"; di Meola places more emphasis on composition and production than on his famous technique. This turns out to be a refreshing change and to hear him jam with Phil Collins on "Island Dreamer". "Calliope" finds di Meola aligned with Bill Bruford and Tony Levin,. Certainly a turning point in di Meola's career ! ____________________________________________________________ This record has been cleaned with a professional ultrasonic machine. New inner and outer sleeves included. Fast & careful shipping.