Pat Metheny, a profoundly influential American jazz guitarist and composer, has carved a distinguished career that has extended over five decades, marked by a pioneering spirit and a pursuit of musical excellence. Born on August 12, 1954, in Lee's Summit, Missouri, Metheny first burst onto the jazz scene in the mid-1970s, rapidly gaining acclaim for his innovative approach to jazz guitar and his distinctive use of new technology alongside traditional instrumentation. His expansive compositional style merges elements from a broad array of genres, including progressive and contemporary jazz, Latin, fusion, and even classical music.

A multiple Grammy Award winner, Metheny's virtuosic skill set and exploratory nature are exemplified in his wide-ranging discography, which encompasses solo projects, collaborative endeavors, and work with his own Pat Metheny Group. The versatility of his output is evident in recent releases like "Road to the Sun" and "From This Place," which reflect his continuing commitment to musical evolution and collaboration, as well as live recordings like "Side-Eye NYC (V1.IV)" that capture the spontaneous energy of his performances. Metheny’s influence extends beyond just jazz aficionados, having collaborated with artists across different genres and consistently pushing the boundaries of contemporary jazz guitar through both compositional complexity and advanced improvisational techniques.

Genres

Avant-garde Jazz

Contemporary Post-bop

Jazz

Jazz Fusion

Jazz Guitar

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Latest Release

MoonDial

Pat Metheny

Album - 13 Tracks - Released July 26, 2024