Al Di Meola / John McLaughlin / Paco De Lucía
Saturday Night In San Francisco
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

Sealed, 2022 180gm audiophile reissue from Impex Records. Housed in a plastic resealable sleeve with gold foil Impex sticker on back. Sourced from the original 1980 recorded 2-inch analog master, multi-track tapes owned by Al Di Meola and recorded by Tim Pinch of Pinch Recording. Starting in 2019 those original master tapes were transferred to digital PCM 32-bit/384KHz by Dann Thompson and Ulrike Schwartz at Skywalker Sound for editing and tape fluctuation correction. This was followed by analogue mixing, done by Roy Hendrickson completed by analogue mastering and cutting by Bernie Grundman. Saturday Night in San Francisco is an iconic live album recorded by guitar virtuosos Al Di Meola, John McLaughlin, and Paco De Lucía in 1980. The album features six tracks that showcase the incredible musicianship and chemistry of the three guitarists as they perform a mix of original compositions and classic flamenco and jazz standards.

The album's mix of fiery flamenco rhythms, intricate guitar runs, and lightning-fast solos make it a must-listen for any music lover, especially those with a love of guitar music. The interplay between the three guitarists is truly mesmerizing, with each musician pushing each other to new heights of virtuosity. Whether you're a fan of jazz, flamenco, or just great guitar work, Saturday Night in San Francisco is a classic album that deserves a place in any music collection.