Guitarist
Mick Goodrick once worked alongside
Pat Metheny in
Gary Burton's band, and they have a similar sound, voicings, and eclectic approach.
Goodrick's 1978 debut as a leader was a strong set that had fusion, straight-ahead, and even almost free pieces. He also headed a strong band, with English saxophonist
John Surman at his terse, animated best, plus bassist
Eddie Gomez and drummer
Jack DeJohnette in fine form. ~ Ron Wynn