Album Notes

The long awaited re-release of the first Karizma CD originally released in 1983. Featuring: David Garfield, David Paich, Steve Lukather, Tim Pierce, Tom Scott, Jeff Porcaro, Carlos Vega, Neil Larsen and many more.The group “Karizma” is no stranger to music audiences all over the world. Founded in 1975 by keyboardist David Garfield, “Karizma” has delighted music lovers of all ages with its innovative jazz-fusion sound expertly blended with exotic world beats.In addition to founder David Garfield, band members have included Vinnie Colaiuta, Michael Landau, Carlos Vega, and Lenny Castro who have all gone on to become some of the most respected and sought after musicians in today’s competitive music industry. The band’s musical style has paved the way for and influenced many bands such as “The Rippingtons” who have followed in their footsteps. The music has been mostly instrumental, but three of the CD’s feature guest vocals by James Felix and Phil Perry. Over the years, noted guest musicians that have recorded with “Karizma’ have included Michael Brecker, Tom Scott, Jeff Porcaro, Nathan East, Steve Lukather, Neil Larsen, and David Paich.Playing to standing room only crowds in the clubs of L.A. including the world famous Baked Potato, “Karizma” has established a loyal following that continues to expand around the globe. They have released six CD’s to date with their best-selling “Document” featured as one of the Top 10 Fusion CD’s in Japan. The band has toured the world extensively including performances in Europe (2000, 2004) and Japan (1987, 1991, 2002, 2005) and were featured artists at the 2000 Modern Drummer Festival in New York.“Karizma’ most recently completed their much anticipated and highly successful 30th Anniversary Tour in Japan. Playing to sold-out audiences for five nights in a row (some of which were recorded for future release), the fans proved that the sound and appeal of the band is timeless.Currently the band is preparing to record and release a brand new studio project featuring many of its favorite members as well as some new and exciting up and coming talents in the tradition of the band.