Edo
Edo
© 2003 Edo Castro (673885037227)
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A blend of Instrumental music that sits between Fusion Jazz, New Age and the ECM Jazz sound. 7 of the 10 tunes on this album were written using a variety of fretted and Fretless multi-stringed basses.
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There will not be a reprint of this CD. There are no plans to re-release this CD. Once these copies are sold, that's it. And because of this I've decreased the price to 5 dollars. I want to put this CD behind me and move on.
Look for new music from me on the boutique label "Passion Star Records"
"I love the flow in your melodies.You are a world class
player.Thank you for the music."
9 String Bassist Al Caldwell
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"Edo is one of Chicago's Finest"
Chicago Magazine 1989
"...Edo Castro, who's a human armory of strange and wonderful sonic colors. Using a combination of 4-, 5-, 6-, and 7-string basses, a Chapman Stick, and a toy box full of effects, Edo weaves textures that transcend mere rhythmic accompaniment and soar into the arena of orchestration."
Mike Molenda, Editor and Chief Guitar Player Magazine
"Edo Castro is a master bassist. I don't know if he was named for the ancient Japanese city which we now know as Tokyo, but his music is just as artful and unique as the exotic and sensual art of 16th and 17th Century Edo. How do I describe this collection of songs performed on a variety of multi-stringed basses, both fretted and unfretted? Someone said listening to EDO is like giving yourself a "mind massage." That certainly would be an apt description. Hard as it might be to categorize this California-based musician's sound, I find myself totally captivated by it...this sonic journey into the realm of Fusion Jazz, New Age, Lounge-Jazz, and the ECM Jazz sound. You'll hear elements that will remind you of Pat Metheny, or perhaps Andreas Vollenweider, or even David Friesen. EDO is brilliantly produced by Bay Area guitarist Drew Youngs, and features a host of world-class support players, among them well-known drummer Paul Van Wageningen. I especially like the tracks "46 West," "Earthwire" (which has a Koto-like texture to the bass sound) and "Full & Empty," but find that I most enjoy just putting the disc in the player and listening all the way through...for a richly-rewarding, mind-expanding aural experience. If you're looking for exquisitely-performed, impeccably-produced music that will allow you to effortlessly escape the world of the ordinary...and give your sound system a work-out as well...then consider EDO to be a must-have for your music library. ~Scott O'Brien "
Edo's Discography
"Lift" By Greg Lamboy (2007)
"Are we there yet mamma?" by Caroline Aiken (May 2005)
Quiet the Storm by Ilene Adar (2005)
A Pleasant Fiction by Percy Howard and Meridiem (2004)
Suspiciously Blue by Eva Jay Fortune (2004)
Songs Inspired By Literature Chapter 2 (Track 6 with Deborah Pardes 2003)
Party of one by Matt Donner & Donner Party (2001)
Life Copies Movies by The Earthlings
Addicus Finch by Addicus Finch
Dark Comes Light by Crowsong
Times Present, Times Past by Coale Johnson
The Adventures of Franz and Benoventure by Michael La Macchia
Rockets to the New World by David Sobel
Imaginary Line by Jill Knight
A Blessing or a Curse by Deborah Pardes
So Far Gone by Eva Jay Fortune
Louisiana Grail by Enna Deer
Butterfly Blue by Emma King
Shiver
The Earthlings 2
Photography by Sharon Green Photography, Berkeley, CA.
I want to thank Bill Conklin of Conklin Guitars for making me the finest basses on the planet and AccuGroove Bass Cabinets, for making the best Bass speakers that rock this planet.
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.. more than just a bass player.
author: RichardLike Jaco, Edo is more than just a bass player. There is a depth of 'soul' to his music, it seems every note means something special to him. Beautiful sensibility expressed with great emotion and passion.
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Mann! so much melodies in his songs. One of the top smooth bass player out there !
Amative...agrestic...fucking great, man!
author: David KemperDeep and soothing tones; sonorously pastoral; agrestic, like being hypnotized by the ripples in the water at the bottom of the well. This is a very cool mood album - a real clean, hi-fi recording. Edo's a great fucking bassist, man! One cannot help being absorbed in his obviously amative relationship with his art and his instrument. Thanks, Edo!
what a blessing of music
author: Dorsey JamesThis is a Great cd, pick it up, listen and learn and be Blest by the sounds of edo.
Some music touches a deeper place. This album is very special to me.
author: Ken KolmanThough thoroughly original, I find this album takes me to an old favorite memory...the first time I heard the Weather Report "Heavy Weather" tune, "Remark You Made." There is a clear difference between skillful music, and skillful music that sneaks-up and grabs you, taking you to a deeper place. I am thankful to EDO for bearing his soul in the music, and I eagerly look forward to more. And thanks to CD BABy for a humorous and completely pleasant purchasing experience.
Absolutely beautiful music.
author: Colin JonesThis is beautiful music. It took me months to track it down after hearing a track on a London FM station. Edo takes up where Jaco left off - great tone, haunting melodies. When is the next cd out?
Gefühle und mehr ...
author: Jan SothmannEine tolle Mischung aus groovigen und gefühlvollen Stücken, die jeden Musikliebhaber begeistern muss. Der Sound von Edo Castros Bass ist ganz neu und kommt mir doch vertraut vor.
Great melodic fretless bass - good compositions
author: Mark PerrinsMelodic six string bass soloing (brings to mind Jimmy Haslip of the Yellowjackets) Stronger compositions than many bass albums, something in it for more than just bass guitarists with good variety. Good music to chill and relax to. I eagerly await his next recording.
Great CD
author: Al ClipperI first heard this CD on smoothjazz.com and finally decided to get it. I love this entire CD. Trust me, you will not be disappointed. A must have CD for smooth jazz fans.
I knew it would be good!
author: Jurgen from the UKThe internet is a great thing and I heard a couple of tracks from the album on a radio station. I bought it and love it. Harmonious and subtle, timeless and deep. I think more folks on this side of the pond will be ordering this one....wonderful!
Music for the soul!
author: Art GriggsEdo's new CD "Edo" has a mesmerizing quality to it that I find both compelling and peaceful – certainly it is music for the imagination. His cut "Someday" takes me away to memories of a foggy day by a fireplace in Carmel. And “Quietly” reminds me of a late-nite after-hour’s solitary stroll along California Street in downtown San Francisco. The artistry displayed on this CD warrants another visit into the recording studio.
An AMAZING album!!!
author: Paul RI heard the track Full and Empty off the album via an online Jazz radio station, and knew in an instant that I simply had to have this album. The songs are vast, brilliant and diverse as are Edo's musical skills. For those who enjoy a Light Jazz/Fusion/Ambient arrangement, I would strongly advise you to consider listening to this album - it will no doubt remain in your quick-grab CD's for a long time ...
One of the favorite CDs in my collection
author: Gerry BentonIn a music library it seems there are those few CDs you find yourself gravitating back to--the ones that evoke feelings and images that just feel good. This entire CD is so interesting, has depth and texture...great arrangements. I know I'll enjoy this one for a long, long time. Check it out.
Fantastic Smooth Journey between Fusion - Ambient & Lounge Jazz
author: Hardy (Wolfram.E)This wonderful and intelligent record makes a very smooth journey between Fusion-Jazz, Ambient-Music and Lounge-Jazz. EDO plays his different Basses in an expert and relaxed style. All musicians celebrate a musical ambience in harmony with very good master of their instruments. The music reminds me at the fine records from DAVID FRIESEN, ANDREAS VOLLENWEIDER or PAT METHENY. And the HIGH-END FREAKS have to note, that this CD is produced in a fantastic clear and lush sound. All in All, you can hear this EDO-music in many different situations of living - only by hearing, by driving through mother nature or dark towns, by talking with friends or.....by having wonderful "LOVE" - *HIGHLY RECOMMENDED*!!
Beautiful, Together, Blends as one magical unit.
author: Leonard HollandMusic a person could listen to over and over again. All instruments and vocals seemed as if they were meant to be together. You may laugh but I even heard hints of Harvey Mandell guitar licks. Gotta buy it!
This CD is a must-have!
author: Betty Barboni BenderMusic for life - each song is well-written, and performed even better! I have not been able to choose a favorite. Incredible musicianship, soul-soothing, uplifting sound.