Janne Schaffer - Music story [2010] (10 x CDs)

JANNE SCHAFFER

Janne Schaffer - Music story [2010] (10 x CDs)

Jan Erik Tage "Janne" Schaffer (born 24 September 1945) is a Swedish songwriter and guitarist. He is best known for his work as a session guitarist for ABBA but he has also recorded with artists such as Bob Marley, Johnny Nash, Art Farmer and Tony Williams. He also played at the 1977 Montreux Jazz Festival.

Schaffer's 1979 album Earmeal included session work from brothers Jeff, Steve and Mike Porcaro, as well as their father, Joe Porcaro. This is one of the few instances where the entire Porcaro family appears together on one album, the most well-known examples being Toto's Toto IV and The Seventh One.

Schaffer is a member of the Electric Banana Band where he plays guitar as the character 'Zebra'. He also performs with the group The Night Agent. Schaffer received the Albin Hagström Memorial Award in 1999 and in 2005 Illis quorum. (Wikipedia)

Music Story (2010) is an expansive box set documenting Janne Schaffer’s journey through jazz-rock, fusion, prog, and pop. Released by Earmeal, this 10xCD, 3xDVD (not included) set captures his evolution as a guitarist, from his session work with ABBA to his own experimental compositions.

Schaffer’s ability to weave complex musical textures shines throughout the collection, bringing his distinct Swedish fusion style to life. His collaborations with Björn J:Son Lindh, a key figure in Swedish jazz, add rich, atmospheric layers to several tracks, blending flute and electric guitar in unexpected ways. The set revisits landmark moments in his career, from his early solo works (Halkans Affär, Katharsis) to the Earmeal sessions recorded in L.A. with Toto. These recordings highlight his synergy with Jeff Porcaro and Steve Porcaro, showing how his Scandinavian jazz roots meshed effortlessly with West Coast session musicians.

Among the rarities, standout tracks include Dimbaa Jullow and Ingen Minns, songs that reflect Schaffer’s flair for combining progressive rock with world music elements. James Gang Boogie is another gem, showcasing a raw, bluesy energy that contrasts with his more polished studio work. The DVD content adds to the historical appeal, capturing live performances that emphasize Schaffer’s versatility. The 52-page booklet rounds out the collection, offering insight into his musical philosophy and production techniques.

Music Story is a treasure trove of authentic recordings spanning decades. (B)

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Track lists

CD01

01 Janne Schaffer - The Chinese 3:18

02 Janne Schaffer - Halkans affar 4:24

03 Janne Schaffer - No Registration 6:12

04 Janne Schaffer - Kulan 5:00

05 Janne Schaffer - Titus 3:44

06 Janne Schaffer - Jordbruksmaskinen 8:25

07 Janne Schaffer - Fillins mignon 3:19

08 Janne Schaffer - Vindarnas madrass 3:38

09 Janne Schaffer - Dr Abraham 5:06

10 Janne Schaffer - Ugglor i Mossen 2:34

11 Janne Schaffer - Scales 5:05

12 Janne Schaffer - Kulan vaxer 4:19

13 Janne Schaffer - Den gatfulla jungfrun 4:14

14 Janne Schaffer - Ryska posten 5:28

15 Janne Schaffer - Vilda drommar 2:45

16 Janne Schaffer - Daniel sover 0:41

CD02

01 Janne Schaffer - Bromma Struttin' 5:33

02 Janne Schaffer - Den Blaa Porten 7:13

03 Janne Schaffer - Dimbaa Jullow 5:12

04 Janne Schaffer - Ramsa 2:40

05 Janne Schaffer - Atlanta Inn 2419 8:42

06 Janne Schaffer - Den Roda Porten 4:27

07 Janne Schaffer - Skogsstjarnan 2:10

08 Janne Schaffer - Hot Days and Summernights 7:36

09 Janne Schaffer - Happy Feet 4:13

10 Janne Schaffer - To A Beautiful Painter 4:34

11 Janne Schaffer - Bromma Express 2:44

12 Janne Schaffer - The Shrimp 5:24

13 Janne Schaffer - Shrimp A la Carte 1:00

14 Janne Schaffer - It's Never Too Late 5:33

15 Janne Schaffer - Fredric's Place 3:01

CD03

01 Janne Schaffer - Herr Allansons Pickles 5:30

02 Janne Schaffer - Tungan 5:53

03 Janne Schaffer - Neondimma 4:50

04 Janne Schaffer - Marsch Fran Tornhuven 2:44

05 Janne Schaffer - Morgondagens Skuggor Lattar 5:36

06 Janne Schaffer - Ictus 4:43

07 Janne Schaffer - Dans Fran Vettet 2:53

08 Janne Schaffer - Oppna Ogon 4:10

09 Janne Schaffer - Diesire 4:41

CD04

01 Janne Schaffer - Het Sand 3:36

02 Janne Schaffer - Jag Kan Lasa Dina Tankar 5:08

03 Janne Schaffer - Den Siste Passageraren 3:34

04 Janne Schaffer - Andrea Doria 8:26

05 Janne Schaffer - Monica 3:30

06 Janne Schaffer - Sa Skimrande Var Aldrig Havet 5:43

07 Janne Schaffer - Hudson Bay 4:27

08 Janne Schaffer - Rot Mousse 4:26

09 Janne Schaffer - Labyrint 4:08

10 Janne Schaffer - Andens Bus 4:23

CD05

01 Janne Schaffer - Portvakten (Ur Trolkarlen Fran Oz) 1:14

02 Janne Schaffer - Flight 05 7:08

03 Janne Schaffer - Som Ett Nyfott Barn 4:21

04 Janne Schaffer - Kattens Ogon 3:48

05 Janne Schaffer - Rosa Tango 4:07

06 Janne Schaffer - September 4:14

07 Janne Schaffer - Traffic 5:19

08 Janne Schaffer - Vindbrygga 4:09

09 Janne Schaffer - Vareld 3:28

10 Janne Schaffer - Langtan 3:02

CD06

01 Janne Schaffer - Vid V?gens Vag (Dorothees Farewell) 4:25

02 Janne Schaffer - Ellips 5:59

03 Janne Schaffer - Tyst V?r (Silent Running) 5:15

04 Janne Schaffer - Pipeline 4:47

05 Janne Schaffer - Via Danieli 4:55

06 Janne Schaffer - Berzelii Park 4:29

07 Janne Schaffer - Indigo 5:39

08 Janne Schaffer - Electric Graffiti 5:50

09 Janne Schaffer - Tid (Time) 2:42

CD07

01 Janne Schaffer - Adire 4:25

02 Janne Schaffer - Halkans Affar 4:06

03 Janne Schaffer - Ingen Minns 5:01

04 Janne Schaffer - Spegelbild 4:24

05 Janne Schaffer - Claire 4:42

06 Janne Schaffer - Ogonblick 3:45

07 Janne Schaffer - James Gang Boogie 4:28

08 Janne Schaffer - Varen 5:41

09 Janne Schaffer - En Hemlighet 4:22

10 Janne Schaffer - Blunda Och Se 4:16

11 Janne Schaffer - Power Play 3:58

CD08

01 Janne Schaffer - Vid Sonforsens Kalla 3:41

02 Janne Schaffer - Let Those Walls Fall Down 5:09

03 Janne Schaffer - Norrland 5:59

04 Janne Schaffer - Het Sand 4:41

05 Janne Schaffer - Blackan Boogie Blues 4:28

06 Janne Schaffer - Amoretti 5:01

07 Janne Schaffer - Regn 5:53

08 Janne Schaffer - Fingermountain Blues 4:34

09 Janne Schaffer - Jag Kan Lasa Dina Tankar 5:22

10 Janne Schaffer - Visa Till Gasemora 3:22

11 Janne Schaffer - Bla Vindar Om Natten 4:31

CD09

01 Janne Schaffer - Rebecka Vid Skymningen 1:16

02 Janne Schaffer - Fri 4:44

03 Janne Schaffer - Gibson Park 4:09

04 Janne Schaffer - Junglefever 5:03

05 Janne Schaffer - Rebeckas Drom 4:09

06 Janne Schaffer - Jag Vill Ha En Egen Mane 4:04

07 Janne Schaffer - Till Vinden 4:25

08 Janne Schaffer - Drommen Om Dig 4:06

09 Janne Schaffer - Raven 4:30

10 Janne Schaffer - Sa Lange Jag Far Ha Dig Kvar 4:45

11 Janne Schaffer - Sang for John Och Jimi 4:27

12 Janne Schaffer - Proggdance 4:27

13 Janne Schaffer - The Stig Helmer Waltz 2:19

14 Janne Schaffer - Rebecka Vid Gryningen 1:01

CD10

01 Janne Schaffer - Heart of Gold 3:52

02 Janne Schaffer - Till Vinden 4:26

03 Janne Schaffer - Digging You 3:58

04 Janne Schaffer - Eagle 6:28

05 Janne Schaffer - Send in The Clowns 4:53

06 Janne Schaffer - Ljuset I Dig 5:08

07 Janne Schaffer - Miss Missy 4:34

08 Janne Schaffer - Med Betoning Pa Ljus 5:19

09 Janne Schaffer - Blunda & Se (Live) 4:30

10 Janne Schaffer - Brusa Hogre Lilla A (Live) 3:37

11 Janne Schaffer - Morgon I Alga (Live) 3:28

12 Janne Schaffer - Harifran Till Evigheten (Live) 5:35

13 Janne Schaffer - Sa Skimrande Var Aldrig Havet (Live) 4:53

14 Janne Schaffer - Kineser 5:05

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Music weaves itself into the fabric of our emotions, dances through the corridors of memory, and whispers to the soul of who we are. Sharing these stories deepens the connection, turning the experience into something timeless and profound.

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