Phillips,Simon Protocol 1 CD

Originally released in 1989, the first Protocol album became the blueprint for four stellar jazz/fusion records to appear more than 20 years thereafter. These tracks are the original demos on which Simon played all the instruments. (His keyboard sound might just remind you of a certain Jan Hammer!) Guitar parts were added on just three tunes. Later, a variety of musicians would use the demos as guides to re-interpret the material on future Protocol recordings. While this album was made available as part of Simon's 6-CD box set in 2019, this is the first time it has been reissued as a stand-alone CD. (And yes, it is different than the streaming version, with 5 additional tracks!) Protocol comes in a beautiful 6-panel package, complete with technical liner notes and vintage photos from the maestro himself!

1. Streetwise 2. Red Rocks 3. Protocol 4. Slofunk 5. V8 6. Two Socks 7. Outback 8. Harlem Nights 9. Cosmos 10. Force Majeure 11. Wall Street PT1 12. Wall Street PT2 13. Wall Street PT3