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With a career spanning 5 decades and the release of his 50th album. Gato Barbieri, as his 70th birthday approaches, tackles life with passion and excitement, for his new family and his music.
From free jazz and avant garde to film scoring and ultimately Latin music, he has carved a path as unique as the artist himself.
His melodies, while always sensual, are ever changing. Fiery yet cool, mystical yet familiar, powerful yet sublime; but ever so romantic.
Gato's current collaboration, "Shadow Of The Cat", includes many of the finest talents in the industry; Herb Alpert, Russ Freeman, Peter White and Sheila E, among many others.
Gato Barbieri's music has been in my CD player for many years. With every release I am convinced that I have heard his best. "Shadow Of The Cat" has now claimed that spot.
From gentle sambas to a strutting Latin funk, the listener is imbued with the rhythms of exotic locales. It will definitely transport you to your own personal paradise.
Gato's birthday is November 28th. Send him a celebratory email.
Happy Birthday, Gato! Have a beautiful day!