Live In Tokyo 2013 Dvd | Fourplay

Chuck Loeb passed away on July 31, 2017. This DVD was one of his last major video releases with the group. Watching the bonus features—specifically the interview segment where Loeb discusses his transition into the band—adds a melancholic weight to the performance.

The band turns up the fusion for the finale. Harvey Mason’s drum solo on this track is a percussive masterclass. On a standard CD, you hear the power. On the DVD, you see the technique: the Moeller strokes, the ghost notes on the snare, and the ridiculous speed on the hi-hat. It is a visceral visual experience. fourplay live in tokyo 2013 dvd

There is a reason Nathan East is the most recorded bassist in history (think "Get Lucky" and "Easy Lover"). During "Chant," East steps to the front of the stage for a solo that transitions from funky thumb-slapping to a melodic, bowed bass line that sounds like a cello. The DVD’s camera work shines here, cutting from East’s left-hand fingerboard work to Bob James smiling in the background, clearly enjoying the ride. Chuck Loeb passed away on July 31, 2017