John McLaughlin - Improvisational Spirit [JazzyClopedia]

John McLaughlin: Improvisational Spirit
At the time, the music scene in England was dominated by pop and rock
And while John appreciated those genres, it was jazz that truly caught his attention.
The free-flowing rhythms, the intricate melodies, and the improvisational spirit resonated with him.
His first exposure to jazz was through the records of greats like Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, and Wes Montgomery.
He listened to the records over and over
He was mesmerized by the way those artist played
These artists sparked a fire in him that would burn brightly throughout his career.