As well as being the great vibes innovator of the era, Gary Burton has been a most astute talent scout. In 1973, The New Quartet introduced Abraham Laboriel: this was the first recording of the bassist who would shortly become one of the most in-demand session players across all genres. “It must be emphasised that Laboriel sounds like a major artist in the making with his astonishing bass work,” wrote Melody Maker. Guitarist Mick Goodrick also emerged as a player to watch with this album, shining in a well-conceived programme with compositions of Keith Jarrett, Chick Corea, Carla Bley, Mike Gibbs and bandleader Burton.

• 1. Open Your Eyes You Can Fly (06:40)
• 2. Coral (04:13)
• 3. Tying Up Loose Ends (05:14)
• 4. Brownout (06:38)
• 5. Olhos De Gato (05:43)
• 6. Mallet Man (07:13)
• 7. Four or Less (06:13)
• 8. Nonsequence (04:34)