Tunnels "with Percy Jones"
The re-release of "Tunnels with Percy Jones", the debut recording of this ground-breaking group which is now considered a classic in its genre. the intensity and creativity shown in this recording has led some to regard Tunnels as the best Jazz-Fusion band of today's progressive scene and their debut album a real masterpiece.
Personnel:
Marc Wagnon - electronic vibraphone
Percy Jones - bass
Van Manakas - guitar
Frank Katz - drums
Tunnels "Painted Rock"
The second album of Tunnels prominently features the compositions of vibist Marc Wagnon. Painted Rock also features guitarist Van Manakas, who was a member of the group through this recording. AllAboutJazz says about Painted Rock: "the key ingredient here is the sustained and altogether gratifying entertainment value, featuring loads of impact!"
Personnel:
Marc Wagnon - electronic vibraphone
Percy Jones - bass
Frank Katz - drums
Van Manakas - guitar
Tunnels "Progressivity"
Tunnels went back to its first line-up as a trio and invited a couple of guests, guitarist John Goodsall from Brand X, and violinist Mark Feldman, who is one of the foremost players in new music today, creating a fresh new sound for this project.
Personnel:
Marc Wagnon - electronic vibraphone
Percy Jones - bass
Frank Katz - drums
Special Guests:
John Goodsall - guitar
Mark Feldman - violin
Tunnels "The Art of Living Dangerously"
As spontaneity in performance is the true spirit of Tunnels, it made sense to put together a live album after 3 studio recordings. This CD is a collaboration from three different tours: crossing the Mississippi, bathing in the Southern sunshine, and getting snowed on in the Northeast- but we were always at home on the stage. This recording also features the late great drummer Lance Carter.
Personnel:
Marc Wagnon - electronic vibraphone
Percy Jones - bass
Frank Katz - drums
Special Guests:
John Goodsall - guitar
Mark Feldman - violin
Van Manakas - guitar
Julien Feltin - guitar
Lance Carter - drums
Natural Selection
Tunnels goes back to a trio format, creating a more sonically advanced sound that features nine tunes composed by Percy and Marc. This recording stands out for its reinvention of the group's musical vision, and features the strong, fluid style of Tunnels drummer John O'Reilly Jr.
Marc Wagnon midi vibes
Percy Jones fretless bass
John O’Reilly Jr. drums