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Ralphe Armstrong Trio
Ralphe Armstrong, Cass Tech alum and fusion bass legend, played June 21, Friday at 6 p.m. at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms. Known for his early work with Mahavishnu Orchestra and Jean-Luc Ponty, Armstrong brought his virtuosic sound live with his trio.
Starting his career young, Ralphe Alan Armstrong landed a spot in John McLaughlin’s Mahavishnu Orchestra at just 17, beating out Jaco Pastorius for the fretless bass gig. He later played with Jean-Luc Ponty and made his mark as a standout electric bassist. His trio's performance at Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe showcased his signature style and fusion mastery.
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