Name: Live In Forli,Italy 1982
Brand: Robbie Basho

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2018-05-11

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5156082

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2018-04-06

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Robbie Basho

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Esp Disk

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Experimental / Avant-Garde / Industrial / Noise

Robbie Basho, born on August 31, 1940 and passed away on February 28, 1986, was a highly influential American guitarist and singer-songwriter. He is best known for his unique style of fingerpicking guitar and his profound influence on the American folk music scene.
Basho's music is often described as a blend of folk, blues, and world music influences. His intricate guitar playing combined with his soulful vocals created a mesmerizing sound that captivated audiences worldwide. His compositions showcased a deep understanding of various musical traditions and demonstrated his ability to push the boundaries of what could be achieved with an acoustic guitar.
Considered one of the pioneers of American primitive guitar, Basho's work has inspired countless musicians in the genre. Artists such as *Jack Rose*, *John Fahey*, and *Sandy Bull* have all cited him as a major influence on their own musical journeys. With a discography spanning over two decades, Basho left behind a rich legacy that continues to resonate with listeners today.

New York based experimental, avant-garde, and free-jazz label ESP Disk was founded in 1963 by Bernard Stollman. Originally known as Esperanto-Disk, the name was shortened to ESP-Disk'. Although it faced financial challenges in the US, the label gained recognition in Europe and Japan through licensing agreements. In 1992, Stollman licensed the catalog to German label ZYX Music for reissues on CD. The Japanese label Venus Records also licensed a number of titles. Subsequently, there were brief licensing agreements with Dutch label Calibre and Italian label Abraxas. Since 2005, ESP Disk of New York has resumed manufacturing and is releasing reissues, previously unreleased material, and new releases.

The label had several addresses over the years: 
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<li>180 Riverside Drive (1964-1966)</li>
<li>5 Riverside Drive (inbetween addresses)</li>
<li>156 Fifth Avenue (1966-1969)</li>
<li>300 W. 55 (1970)</li>
<li>Acorn Hill House, Krumville (1969-1972)</li>
<li>290 West End Ave (1973-1975)</li></ul>

ESP Disk's discography includes numerous notable releases spanning from ESP-1002 to ESP-3021.

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Basho (1940-86), who died young after a stroke, never got his due in the culture at large, but steel-string guitar enthusiasts have known for decades that he was one of the greats of "American Primitive." Technically adept and compositionally imaginative, fusing the music of many cultures into a mesmerizing solo style, he has been an inspiration for many; his music has generated a surge of interest in recent years. This 1982 concert was part of a four-show Italian tour. It took place at the 18th-century Palazzo Gaddi that housed the local music high school and was mostly used for classical concerts, in an intimate space co-organizer Mario Calvitti (whose memories of the events surrounding this concert make up the bulk of the liner notes) says Basho called "one lovely little room where I could play all night." Only previously released incompletely as a download, this show can now be heard in its full glory.

Live In Forli,Italy 1982

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