Mahavishnu (album)

Mahavishnu is a live album by the Mahavishnu Orchestra, released in 1984. It documents the band's final tour in 1973 featuring John McLaughlin on guitar, Jean-Luc Ponty on violin, Ralphe Armstrong on bass, Stu Goldberg on keyboards, and Michael Walden on drums and vocals. The tracks were recorded at various concerts. The album primarily features extended instrumental pieces showcasing the band's complex and dynamic fusion of jazz, rock, and Indian classical music. It's notable for capturing the raw energy and virtuosity of this specific lineup of the Mahavishnu Orchestra towards the end of its existence. The album was released several years after the band's initial disbandment, offering fans a glimpse into their powerful live performances.